In recognition of his distinguished status as Australia’s leading art dealer and for his outstanding contributions to philanthropy.
In recognition of his eminent business leadership, driving the long-term success of Mount Isa Mines and Mount Isa’s growth and development as a city.
In recognition of its standing as Australia’s leading provincial film exhibitor and distributor and its industry leadership in Queensland and its regions for over 80 years.
In recognition of its major contributions to the Queensland economy for nearly a century through excellence in heavy engineering, construction and shipbuilding.
In recognition of their visionary entrepreneurship in developing Springfield, a nation-building project, and Australia’s first privately constructed city.
In recognition of its sustained leadership in jewellery-making and retailing for over 100 years.
In recognition of his significant national business success, internationally recognised innovation and for creating an enduring legacy for Queensland through outstanding philanthropy.
In recognition of his unparalleled contributions to producing and directing commercially successful internationally award-winning films and for his outstanding contributions to the Australian and international film industries.
In recognition of his pioneering entrepreneurship in establishing North Queensland’s mining industry and for his extensive business and community developments in the Cairns hinterland.
In recognition of her outstanding international business achievements as a ground-breaking social entrepreneur leading to unprecedented employment outcomes for people with disabilities.
In recognition of its remarkable national and international success in the food industry resulting in pizza market leadership in seven countries through Don Meij’s outstanding leadership and disruptive innovation.
In recognition of their intrepid entrepreneurship in successfully completing highly challenging infrastructure projects nationally and internationally.
In recognition of his visionary contribution to tourism and the economy of Cairns and Far North Queensland, for the development of Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, and for distinguished service to Australian business and the community.
In recognition of her pioneering work in building Hear and Say into an international leader in the treatment of hearing loss in children.
In recognition of its international success as a major Australian exporter and as Australia’s leading vitamins and supplements manufacturer.
In recognition of its international leadership in mobile video games development, including the highly successful game Fruit Ninja, and for its outstanding contribution to the global games industry.
In recognition of its national market leadership and status as an iconic Australian brand for 120 years.
In recognition of its 150 years of outstanding contributions to Queensland and Australian heavy engineering manufacturing, and for its sustained service to the community of Maryborough.
In recognition of his distinguished contributions to Australia’s construction industry, national infrastructure, iconic bridges, the Sydney Opera House and for becoming the nation’s leading builder.
In recognition of his outstanding contribution to the State’s economy through leadership of Queensland and Australian corporations and for significant contributions to the public accounting profession and the community.
In recognition of her groundbreaking achievements as Australia’s first female stockbroker and for her significant contributions to women in business and philanthropy.
In recognition of its sustained and significant contribution to the Queensland economy for 140 years as an innovative cattle breeder, beef producer and leader in land care practices.
In recognition of its pioneering contribution to Queensland’s information technology industry and for becoming a global technology leader through world class innovation.
In recognition of its important and sustained contribution to the Queensland economy through the provision of insurance, banking and financial services for 100 years.
In recognition of excellence in leadership in the Australian shipping industry, leading to his recognition as the Napoleon of Australian shipping.
In recognition of its national leadership and outstanding contribution to developing world class services in aged care throughout the communities of Queensland for over sixty years.
In recognition of Ellen O’Brien’s pioneering leadership in establishing Defiance Flour Mills and its signature product Defiance Flour, a leading Australian brand for over 100 years.
In recognition of the Hyne family’s significant contribution to the timber industry, regional employment and the innovative production of timber products for over 130 years.
In recognition of his visionary and tenacious leadership and innovation in establishing Australia’s aircraft design and manufacturing industries and their contribution to the defence of Australia.
In recognition of its distinguished contribution to reporting Queensland affairs for close to 170 years and its recognised status as Queensland’s leading newspaper
In recognition of their highly successful and resilient leadership and innovation in beef processing and exporting for over sixty years.
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to leadership in Australian business and community organisations and for his visionary, enduring philanthropy.
In recognition of his pioneering contribution to the development of the Queensland economy as the first holder of a trading licence, first public transport operator, coal miner and store keeper.
In recognition of its iconic contribution to motoring services, public advocacy for motorists, road safety and community service throughout Queensland for over 100 years.
In recognition of its excellence in providing banking services to Queensland for over a century and its continuing expansion nationally.
In recognition of her audacious leadership, entrepreneurship and innovation in designing and manufacturing health and fashion garments, gaining worldwide recognition and national industry leadership.
In recognition of his pioneering contributions to the Australian film industry, his entrepreneurship and his iconic status as a Queensland and Australian filmmaker.
In recognition of fashion industry innovation, establishing her brand name nationally and internationally and significantly enhancing the reputation of the Gold Coast.
In recognition of highly diverse major contributions and industry leadership within Queensland business for over 100 years, especially in the timber and hardware industries.
In recognition of its success as a listed Queensland public company and its outstanding contribution to the national dairy industry through innovations in production technology, products and marketing.
In recognition of its sustained excellence in sugar production and its substantial contribution to the Mackay region and to the Queensland economy.
In recognition of its exceptional contribution to the social and economic wellbeing of country women and rural communities for over 90 years.
In recognition of her far-reaching contributions to the community through exceptional global and national leadership of the Salvation Army.
In recognition of his major contribution to the success of the Mount Morgan gold mine and the international significance of his role in the discovery of oil in Persia
In recognition of his major contributions to civil infrastructure and mining services in Queensland as well as to philanthropy and the community.
In recognition of continuing leadership and innovation in beef cattle production for more than 150 years in Queensland as well as substantial contributions to the community.
In recognition of its distinguished global business achievements and sustained contributions to Queensland’s economy for nearly 150 years.
In recognition of the Royal Queensland Show’s iconic standing and its outstanding contribution to Queensland industry and society for 136 years.
In recognition of outstanding economic and social contributions to Queensland through leadership excellence in business, professional life and community service.
In recognition of exceptional entrepreneurship and innovation in national retailing and significant contributions to the community.
In recognition of exceptional entrepreneurship and innovation in national retailing and significant contributions to public leadership and the community.
In recognition of its sustained success and excellence in motor vehicle retailing and service to the community for 100 years.
In recognition of its critical contribution to Queensland’s early economic development by providing vital banking services throughout the State.
In recognition of its iconic contribution to rural health and rural community building in Australia through exceptional standards of service and innovation.
In recognition of its outstanding contribution to infrastructure development in Australia and for its pioneering of international trade.
In recognition of a major and sustained contribution to Queensland’s construction industry and economy.
In recognition of historically significant business leadership, developing a Queensland business now in its sixth generation.
In recognition of creating Australia’s leading domestic and international travel sales business through outstanding entrepreneurship and innovation.
In recognition of outstanding rural entrepreneurship, significantly contributing to Queensland’s development
In recognition of developing an iconic national and international product, Bundaberg Rum and contributing significantly to Queensland’s rural industry
In recognition of a significant contribution to processing Queensland produce and developing high quality national product brands.
In recognition of a distinguished contribution to community wellbeing through world class medical research and its commercialisation.
In recognition of building Australia’s leading real estate business, contributing significantly to national and international property sales and development.
In recognition of a sustained and outstanding contribution to Queensland’s economy, the mining industry and rural development.
Recognised for outstanding business leadership significantly contributing to national and international business
Recognised for outstanding entrepreneurship in the mining industry significantly contributing to Queensland’s economic development
Recognised for outstanding international entrepreneurship, both in business and wildlife conservation, significantly contributing to Queensland and its international reputation
Recognised for outstanding business and community leadership significantly contributing to Queensland’s development
Recognised for outstanding national business leadership and significantly contributing to Queensland business and the community
Recognised for outstanding business leadership significantly contributing to Queensland business and the community
Recognised for outstanding and sustained business leadership significantly contributing to the Queensland economy
Recognised for outstanding organisational leadership significantly contributing to Queensland and its social wellbeing
Recognised for significant contributions made to the development of Queensland and its economy
In recognition of an iconic Queensland business significantly contributing to the Queensland economy and community.
In recognition of an iconic national and international business, originating in Queensland, and significantly contributing to the Queensland economy and community.