Western Australia announces 2027 Australian of the Year nominees

Sixteen individuals have been named as nominees for the 2027 Australian of the Year Awards for Western Australia. The nominees are divided into four categories: Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year, and Australia's Local Hero, with four people recognized in each.

The nominees represent various fields including health, marine conservation, technology, and community support. Notable nominees include telehealth innovator Esther Oh, musician and mentor Kav Temperley, and organ transplant pioneer Emily Zhen. Other recognized individuals include mental health advocate Pheobe Ho, 3D-manufacturing innovator Joshua Wigley, and Lifeline volunteer Tina Baldwin.