Nominations for the 2024 McKinnon Prize in Political Leadership are now open.
You're invited to submit your nomination of an outstanding political leader across three categories and all levels of elected government – federal, state, territory and local.
Nominations are open until 5pm on 30 November 2024.
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The McKinnon Prize in Political Leadership.
What makes an outstanding political leader in Australia? Selection Panel members and Ambassadors of the 2023 McKinnon Prize tell us more about why the Prize matters and the kind of leadership it celebrates.
Archer, Pocock win 2023 McKinnon Prize for outstanding political leadership
Media Announcement
Federal Member for Bass Bridget Archer and ACT Senator David Pocock have been announced as winners of the McKinnon Prize, Australia’s independent, non-partisan award for outstanding political leadership.
The McKinnon Prize is a collaboration between the Susan McKinnon Foundation and the University of Melbourne and has been awarded annually since 2017. The Prize was established to recognise political leaders from all levels of government who have driven positive impact through their vision, collaboration, courage and ethical behaviour.