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2:48Meet your Australians – Bryan Lipmann AM – 2026 VIC Senior Australian of the Year
Bryan Lipmann has witnessed first-hand the appalling conditions in which many elderly homeless people are forced to live. Realising that existing aged care homes were not the answer, he founded Wintringham to provide a safe space the elderly poor and homeless can live with dignity and respect. - Image:
2:03Meet your Australians – Cheryl Harris OAM – 2026 QLD Senior Australian of the Year
Cheryl Harris has been instrumental in driving volunteer engagement and championing the important work that volunteers perform on the Sunshine Coast. Her contribution to community service highlights her selfless dedication to helping others in a compassionate, informed and caring manner. - Image:
2:37Meet your Australians – Heather Reid AM – 2026 ACT Senior Australian of the Year
Heather Reid has made it possible for thousands of women to play football, both in the Australian Capital Territory and around Australia. Heather’s vision and dedication to inclusion and equality have opened pathways for thousands of women to take part in sport. - Image:
2:35Meet your Australians – James Currie – 2026 SA Senior Australian of the Year
James Currie’s filmography reads like a list of South Australia’s most successful films over the past 50 years. James is generous in sharing his expertise and knowledge with other practitioners, especially students, creating an enduring legacy of excellence in sound design now and into the future. - Image:
2:16Meet your Australians – Jenny Duggan OAM – 2026 NT Senior Australian of the Year
For decades, Jenny Duggan has shown extraordinary grassroots leadership as Katherine’s ‘rubbish warrior’, quietly transforming the landscape and community spirit of her town.
In her daily, humble, practical service, Jenny exemplifies community care in action. - Image:
2:29Meet your Australians – Malcolm Benoy – 2026 SA Senior Australian of the Year
Malcolm ‘Mac’ Benoy has made a significant contribution to climate change research in his role as a volunteer citizen scientist, helping to preserve valuable records and data relating to South Australia’s meteorological history. - Image:
2:14Meet your Australians – Professor Henry Brodaty AO – 2026 Senior Australian of the Year
Professor Henry Brodaty is transforming the diagnosis, care and prevention of dementia – improving countless lives, in Australia and around the world.
Henry is a leader who has reshaped dementia care from every angle as he navigates toward a future where dementia is better treated and prevented. - Image:
2:37Meet your Australians – Professor Kingsley Dixon AO – 2026 WA Senior Australian of the Year
Professor Kingsley Dixon is an internationally recognised botanist whose devotion to science has transformed Australian native plant conservation. Kingsley bridges research and action, advocating both scientific inquiry and environmental stewardship with a commitment to a nature positive world. - Image:
02:04Dr John Ward's story – Positive ageing (2 minutes)
2024 NSW Senior Australian of the Year Dr John Ward shares his advice on ageing well and the importance of maintaining social connection, and physical and cognitive health. - Image:
3:262024 Senior Australian of the Year recipients – Positive ageing (3 minute video)
The 2024 State and Territory Senior Australian of the Year recipients share their favourite things about ageing and what advice they would give to their younger selves. - Image:
00:36Heather’s story – Positive ageing (30 second video)
2019 NSW Senior Australian of the Year Heather Lee OAM shares how she is living life to the fullest at 96 years old. - Image:
00:30Heather’s story – Positive ageing (30 second video) – Vertical format
2019 NSW Senior Australian of the Year Heather Lee OAM shares how she is living life to the fullest at 96 years old. - Image:
03:06Heather’s story – Positive ageing (3 minute video)
2019 NSW Senior Australian of the Year Heather Lee OAM shares how she is living life to the fullest at 96 years old. - Image:
00:33Peter’s story – Positive ageing (30 second video)
2020 QLD Senior Australian of the Year Peter Dornan discusses his experience with prostate cancer and how he is pushing the limits of what it means to age well. - Image:
00:33Peter’s story – Positive ageing (30 second video) – Vertical format
2020 QLD Senior Australian of the Year Peter Dornan discusses his experience with prostate cancer and how he is pushing the limits of what it means to age well. - Image:
03:42Peter’s story – Positive ageing (3 minute video)
2020 QLD Senior Australian of the Year Peter Dornan discusses his experience with prostate cancer and how he is pushing the limits of what it means to age well. - Image:
00:31Theresa’s story – Positive ageing (30 second video)
2023 WA Senior Australian of the Year Theresa Kwok explains the importance of culture, connection and community for older people in Australia. - Image:
00:32Theresa’s story – Positive ageing (30 second video) – Vertical format
2023 WA Senior Australian of the Year Theresa Kwok explains the importance of culture, connection and community for older people in Australia. - Image:
03:20Theresa’s story – Positive ageing (3 minute video)
2023 WA Senior Australian of the Year Theresa Kwok explains the importance of culture, connection and community for older people in Australia. - Image:
00:30Val’s story – Positive ageing (30 second video)
2022 Senior Australian of the Year Val Dempsey discusses the impact of ageism and how she refuses to let any obstacle stand in her way. - Image:
00:34Val’s story – Positive ageing (30 second video) – Vertical format
2022 Senior Australian of the Year Val Dempsey discusses the impact of ageism and how she refuses to let any obstacle stand in her way. Learn more about positive ageing. - Image:
03:42Val’s story – Positive ageing (3 minute video)
2022 Senior Australian of the Year Val Dempsey discusses the impact of ageism and how she refuses to let any obstacle stand in her way.
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