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A three-time AFL premiership player, two former state premiers and a member of an iconic Brisbane rock band are among the Australians recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours List. Bachar Houli, former politicians Mark McGowan and Dan Andrews and Powderfinger bassist John Collins are some of the 737 honours recipients on the list, announced by Governor-General David Hurley on Sunday night. The list also includes scientists, educators, judges, researchers, administrators, journalists, health professionals, chefs, volunteer firefighters, conservationists and business leaders.

Source: Getty / Pool Hurley said the honours, released , shone "a light on their efforts, the impact they have and the difference they make". "Some names are well-known, but the vast majority are not — they are people who work tirelessly and selflessly to make a difference in our community," he said. "On behalf of all Australians, I thank recipients for their service and congratulate them on their recognition.



" Many of the honours have gone to people for their service to their local communities. Former Victorian premier Andrews and former WA leader McGowan have both been named Companions of the Order of Australia for their service to public health and to the people of their respective states. The former Labor premiers were both in office during the COVID-19 pandemic.

McGowan's honour also acknowledged his service to education and to international trade relations while Andrews got the nod for his.

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