Canberra announces 16 nominees for 2027 Australian of the Year
The 16 Canberrans have been nominated for the 2027 ACT Australian of the Year Awards across four categories.
The ACT has announced its 16 nominees for the 2027 Australian of the Year Awards. Four nominees are in each of four categories: Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year, and Local Hero.
Nominees include a climate researcher, a human rights lawyer, a man tackling loneliness through walking, and a lifelong Rotary volunteer. One coach is nominated for connecting people with disability through horses.
One woman is nominated for running community cafes for seniors. The nominees work in human rights, healthcare, volunteering, equality and community connection.
The ACT winners will be announced on 11 November. They will become finalists for the national awards, which will be announced 25 January 2027.
- 16
- Total ACT nominees
- 4
- Award categories
- 11 November 2026
- ACT announcement date
- 25 January 2027
- National announcement date
Why it mattersThese awards recognise ordinary Australians making real differences in their communities. Examples include health and climate action, tackling loneliness, and supporting vulnerable people.
AustraliaThe awards celebrate Canberran community leaders and shine a light on causes that matter locally, from disability support to senior inclusion.
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