CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The Australia Day Achievement Medallion provides Commonwealth government departments and agencies with the opportunity to acknowledge individuals for their contribution to the nation and their outstanding performance.

Detailed explanation-2: -In the Australian honours system appointments to the Order of Australia confer the highest recognition for outstanding achievement and service.

Detailed explanation-3: -The 2023 Australian of the Year, Taryn Brumfitt! Taryn Brumfitt leads the Body Image Movement, teaching people to love and appreciate their bodies.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Community Achievement Awards started in 2002 as the Regional Achievement and Community Awards, and are designed to encourage, acknowledge and reward the valuable contributions that individuals, communities and businesses make throughout NSW & The ACT.