It is always wonderful to see people recognised and celebrated for their contributions and dedication to our country’s disability sector.

Physical Disability Australia
Blog
Jun 2025

A big shoutout from Physical Disability Australia to the following recipients of the King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List:

* Professor Christine Bigby – Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
* Samantha Connor – Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
* Carmel Crouch – Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
* Matthew Formston – Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
* Penelope Gerstle – Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
* Adam Johnston – Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
* Joan McKenna Kerr – Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
* Professor Julian Trollor – Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
* Jed Norman Altschwager – Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
* Jesse Bage Aungles – Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
* Nikki Ayers – Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
* Lisa Cox – Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
* Maureen Davey – Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
* Peter Granleese – Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
* Lauren Parker – Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
* Martin Wren – Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)

To read more about these deserving recipients, head across to Ability News’ article – https://www.abilitynews.org/p/the-disability-community-recognised-e0dd9f7c0c651a1b

Physical Disability Australia (PDA) is a national peak Disability Peoples Organisation run by and for people with physical disability, advocating for equal opportunity, inclusion and human rights across Australia. Established in 1995, PDA represents the voices and lived experiences of its members to influence policy, engage with government, and drive meaningful change, ensuring people with physical disability are respected, empowered and able to participate fully in all aspects of society.

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Whether you’re living with a disability, know someone who is, or simply believe in equal rights — your voice matters.

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Together, we can break barriers and build a more inclusive world.

It is always wonderful to see people recognised and celebrated for their contributions and dedication to our country’s disability sector.

Speak up. Get involved.

Join the Movement. Amplify Every Voice.

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