Nominations are open for the 2021 Australian of the Year Awards, recognising the heroes who have shown strength through adversity in recent challenges including drought, bushfires, and of course coronavirus.

National Australia Day Council CEO Ms Karlie Brand joins John Stanley to appeal for nominations from across the country, bringing to light many stories of inspiration.

You can nominate someone you admire for the titles of Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year and Australia’s Local Hero.

Nominating is easy and can be done online at australianoftheyear.org.au

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