The 2025 Australia Day honours list shines a spotlight on several sports stars who’ve been celebrated for their exceptional achievements, both in their respective sports and in their communities. Among the recipients were legendary swim coach Laurie Lawrence (AO), Olympic Gold Medallist and Pole Vaulter Nina Kennedy (OAM) – one of 20 Paris Olympians who received honours – and 1950s Socceroos goalkeeper Bill Henderson (OAM).
These athletes represent just a portion of the many individuals recognised for their work in sports and community service. The honours emphasise the powerful role sport plays in bringing Australians together, inspiring future generations, and fostering pride in the nation.
Read the full list of recipients below.
| AWARD | Name | CITATION/ SERVICE ORGANISATION |
|---|---|---|
| OAM | Mr Jed Norman Altschwager | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Jesse Bage Aungles | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Nikki Louise Ayers | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Emily Jane Beecroft | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Oliver Dylan Bleddyn | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Gregory Thomas Blood | For service to sports history. |
| OAM | Mr Korey Richard Boddington | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Grace Lowden Brown | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Michael Buettner | For service to the community, and to sport. |
| OAM | Ms Julie Charlton | For service to sport, and to people with disability. |
| OAM | Mr Darryl Keith Davenport | For service to dance sports. |
| OAM | Mr Philip John Driscoll | For service to sport through medical roles. |
| OAM | Mr Matthew Charles Ebden | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Raymond Eric Fisher | For service to the road transport industry. |
| OAM | Ms Noemie Eva Fox | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Peta Lorraine Freeman | For service to sport, and to the community. |
| OAM | Mr Thomas James Gallagher | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Timothy Jack Hodge | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Miss Shayna Louise Jack | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Nina Kennedy | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Conor Gerard Leahy | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Alexa Leary | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Graham Edward Mapri | For service to sport in the Brisbane region. |
| OAM | Mr Cameron James Mcevoy | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mrs Jan Morland | For service to equestrian sports. |
| OAM | Mr Kelland Michael O’Brien | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Lani Glen Pallister | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Lauren Parker | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr John Peers | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Jamie Perkins | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Rodney William Philp | For service to community sporting organisations. |
| OAM | Ms Saya Sakakibara | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Callum Simpson | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Miss Keira Kristina Stephens | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Paralympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Arisa Trew | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Mr Samuel Luke Welsford | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| OAM | Ms Olivia Clare Wunsch | For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paris Olympic Games 2024. |
| (Honorary) OAM | Mr Alan Gillott | For service to golf, and to women’s sport. |