About our sponsorship
We sponsor the Senior Australian of the Year Award, in partnership with the National Australia Day Council (NADC). The NADC are responsible for the Australian of the Year Awards and the celebration of Australia Day.
Award recipients
The annual Senior Australian of the Year Award honours exceptional older Australians who have dedicated their lives to making a difference.
The legacies of every Senior Australian of the Year inspire Australians across the nation, young and old. Their stories are a testament to the vital contribution older people make to our nation through their passion and commitment to helping others, living well, staying healthy and maintaining their connection to community.
Learn more about:
- Senior Australian of the Year Award recipients
- ageing well.
Senior Australian of the Year Award videos
News
Read the stories of Senior Australian of the Year Award recipients who are achieving incredible things as they age.
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2026 Senior Australian of the Year
Professor Henry Brodaty AO has been announced as the 2026 Senior Australian of the Year. -
The 2025 Senior Australian of the Year is...
Congratulations to the 2025 Senior Australian of the Year, Brother Thomas Oliver Pickett AM! -
Celebrating inspiring older Australians
The 2025 Senior Australian of the Year state and territory award winners have been announced. -
Recognising the Nominees of the 2024 Senior Australian of the Year Award
The annual Senior Australian of the Year Award recognises the outstanding achievements of older people across each state and territory in Australia.