Astronaut and three other 'visionaries' receive Australian of the Year awards

The 2026 Australian of the Year winners were announced at the National Arboretum in Canberra. Thirty-three finalists from astronauts to doctors have been recognised for their contributions to Australian society.

(From left to right): Australian of the Year Katherine Bennell-Pegg, Australia's Local Hero for 2026 Frank Mitchell, Young Australian of the Year Nedd Brockmann, Senior Australian of the Year Professor Henry Brodaty AO. Source: AAP / Mick Tsikas

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Astronaut and three other 'visionaries' receive Australian of the Year awards

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