Congratulations to all who were celebrated on the Australia Day 2019 Honours List, but in particular to the musicians who have made such an impact both locally and globally. Olivia Newton-John received a Companion (AC) in the General Division of the Order of Australia (both as a songwriter & performer along with her service to community health), Sherbet’s founder and keyboardist Garth Porter was awarded Officer (AO) in the General Division of the Order of Australia for significant service to music as a performer, song-writer and producer, as was Kylie Minogue, for her distinguished service to performing arts. You can see the full list here.

Image: Order of Australia Medal