Opening of the 20 Years of Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year exhibition at National Archives of Australia. Photos: Jordan Mirchevski
Megan Gilmour doesn’t know who nominated her, but the 2025 ACT Australian of the Year is grateful it puts a spotlight on children who miss school when they’re sick.
The team of women at McInnes Wilson Lawyers is passionate about delivering high-quality legal services while maintaining a strong connection to the Canberra community.
Christy Christensen has always had a passion for beauty and wellness. With over 16 years of experience in the health sector, she sought a new venture that would combine her love for business with her passion for beauty.
Dr Shiamala Suntharalingam, a General Practitioner at Canberra Family Planning, combines her passion for science and dedication to patient care to make a meaningful impact in reproductive health.
With over 15 years of experience in delivering high-quality dental care, Dr Disha Kamath Naik has consistently prioritised her patients' needs while staying at the forefront of advancements in dentistry.
Raised on a farm in country NSW, June Irving dreamed of using colours and scissors to make people beautiful. For the past 46 years, June has been doing just that, working her way from apprentice to owner of the thriving salon, Bentleys Hair of Canberra at Jamison Plaza.
The team at the National Dinosaur Museum, led by General Manager Carole Arulantu, is dedicated to creating an engaging and dynamic experience for visitors of all ages.
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Michelle Prophet grew up with a close connection to the foot health industry, inspired by her father’s work in shoemaking and orthopaedic appliances.
Suzie Goodall, Director and Senior Titled Sports Physio at Powerhouse Canberra, combines her love of health and sports with a dynamic career in physiotherapy.
For Vera Vujic, owner of Coco's Hair, her journey into hairdressing began with a love for hands-on work, where she found joy in crafting looks that give her clients renewed confidence.
With a background in PR and Marketing, Jemma Mrdak has built Dak & Co into a company that goes beyond marketing, aiming to support business growth and foster thriving communities.
Christine Shaw is not a standard real estate agent, something she says she is immensely proud of, especially now that she has been announced as a Top Ten Agent.
