We are pleased to announce that several members of the Sydney Grammar School community have been recognised in the 2026 Australia Day Honours.
Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) in the General Division
The Honourable Chief Justice Andrew Scott Bell SC (OS 1983)
For eminent service to the judiciary and to the law, to legal education and training, and to the arts as an administrator and benefactor
Scientia Professor Michelle Yvonne Simmons AO (Former Sydney Grammar School Trustee)
For eminent service to quantum physics and nanotechnology research, to atomic-scale engineering, to technology innovation and commercialisation, and to STEM education.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in the General Division
Dr Michael Robert Carr-Gregg (OS 1976)
For distinguished service to child and adolescent psychology, to policy reform as an advocate and advisor, to youth cyber safety, and to the community
Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in the General Division
The late Mr Robert George Hirst (OS 1973)
For significant service to the performing arts through music
Mr George Benjamin Newhouse (OS 1979)
For significant service to the law, to the legal profession, and to the community
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division
Mr Jeremy Steven Dunkel (OS 1987)
For service to the Jewish community of Sydney
Mr Kenneth James Packham (OS 1954)
For service to the community through a range of organisations
Mr Adrian Peter Read (OS 1964)
For service to gymnastics, and to the community
