Australia Day Awards and Honours

Ambihaipahar recognised Ken Dunlop, who received the Medal of the Order of Australia for service to professional wrestling. Ambihaipahar described Dunlop as the first openly gay pro wrestler in Australia and credited him with keeping the grassroots tradition alive since the late 1970s. The member highlighted Dunlop's dedication to safety, mentoring younger athletes, and his role in fostering an inclusive community for LGBTQ+ individuals in sport.

Landry congratulated Professor John Rolfe on his appointment as a Member of the Order of Australia for service to regional economic development. Landry detailed Rolfe's academic achievements, including leading over 40 research projects and securing more than $7.4 million in funding. The member emphasised Rolfe's contributions to evidence-based policymaking, particularly regarding the Great Barrier Reef and agricultural economics, and his leadership roles at CQUniversity.

Phillips acknowledged six residents from the Gilmore electorate recognised in the 2026 honours. Phillips listed Phillip Armstrong and William Baker for community service, Kenneth Hutt for Rotary and adventure fundraising, and Margaret Snelling for service to hockey and faith communities. The member also recognised Shane Wicks for emergency services and surf life saving, and Mitchell von Borstel for corrections work, noting their diverse contributions to local safety and welfare.

Laxale congratulated multiple constituents from Bennelong appointed to the Order of Australia, including Emeritus Professor Prem Ramburut and Christopher Robison. Laxale also recognised Associate Professor David Dossetor and Professor Robyn Gallagher for their services to psychiatry and nursing respectively. The member listed five Medal of the Order of Australia recipients, including posthumous honours for Dr Christopher Armitage and James Butt, and two Public Service Medal recipients for education and environmental planning.