We are delighted to share the news that The Hon Larry Anthony was appointed an Officer of the Order Australia, as announced by the Governor General in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
Larry has been recognised for his numerous and diverse distinguished contribution to the people, Parliament of Australia, to political institutions, to business, politics and to youth leadership organisations, primarily through The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia where he has contributed enormously as Chair of National Board (2005 -2012) and Chair of The Friends of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award from (2012 to present).
In 2017 Larry was Awarded the Gold Distinguished Service Medal which is Award’s highest accolade recognising eminent and exceptional service and achievement.
From his numerous Duke of Edinburgh friends and colleagues we congratulate Larry and recognise his family’s contributions towards Larry’s work supporting young Australians.
Honouring service to youth, community and country. We are delighted to congratulate members of the Duke of Ed community who have been recognised in The King's Birthday 2026 Honours List. These honours reflect decades of service, leadership and commitment to helping others - values that sit at the heart of the Duke of Ed. Congratulations […]
Former NT Chief Minister and youth advocate joins as an Independent Director. Natasha Fyles has joined the Board of The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Australia as an Independent Director, bringing extensive leadership, governance and community sector experience to the organisation. A lifelong Territorian, Natasha is currently Chief Executive Officer of Somerville Community Services, […]
Developing human skills, confidence and community impact through emergency service volunteering Improving the lives and skills of young Australians to make a positive difference in their communities is the focus of a new partnership between the Duke of Ed and NSW State Emergency Service (SES). The newly announced partnership enables the NSW SES to encourage students completing their Duke of Ed […]
