Celebrating inspiring older Australians

The 2025 Senior Australian of the Year state and territory award winners have been announced.

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The 2025 Senior Australian of the Year state and territory award winners have been announced and we couldn’t be prouder of the incredible recipients!

We’re honoured to sponsor the award and celebrate the exceptional older people who are changing the perception of what it means to age well. 

Congratulations and thank you to all nominees and recipients for your inspiring achievements and dedication to improving your community.

The 2025 Senior Australian of the Year State and Territory recipients are: 

  • Northern Territory - Michael Foley OAM 
  • Tasmania - Associate Professor Penelope Blomfield 
  • South Australia - Charles Jackson OAM 
  • Victoria - Dr Peter Brukner OAM 
  • Western Australia - Brother Thomas Oliver Pickett AM 
  • New South Wales - Dr Karl Kruszelnicki AM 
  • Australian Capital Territory - Marilyn Ralston and Peter Ralston OAM 
  • Queensland - Dr Bronwyn Herbert 

Read more about the state and territory recipients and find out how we are supporting ageing well.  
 

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