1996 Queen's Birthday Honours (Australia)

The 1996 Queen's Birthday Honours for Australia were announced on Monday 10 June 1996 by the Governor-General of Australia. The Honours are awarded as part of the Queen's Official Birthday celebrations and recognise outstanding achievement and service by Australians. The awards are presented within the Australian honours system, which includes various levels and categories such as the Order of Australia, the Australian Police Medal, and the Public Service Medal. The recipients of these honours represent a diverse range of fields, including community service, arts, sciences, business, and public administration. The specific criteria for each award vary, but generally recognize sustained and exceptional contributions to Australian society. The honours list is published in the Commonwealth of Australia Gazette.