Le Courrier Australien

30/09/2025

🇦🇺🇫🇷From 01 October until 19 October 2025, voting is open for the fifth edition of the French-Australian Excellence Awards!🥇

‘This fifth edition confirms the central role of these awards for the Franco-Australian community. We received nearly 120 nominations and are delighted to honour these talented individuals who are a source of pride for both our countries,’ explains François Vantomme, editor-in-chief of Le Courrier Australien and founder of the Awards.

Vote for your favourites now:
✨https://www.lcanews.com/our-2025-nominees-french-australian-excellence-awards/

“We would like to thank everyone who submitted nominations, as well as our sponsors (Art Atrium 48, Bilateral Solutions, Engie, French Assist, l’Oréal, Ponant, Smart Mango, Tefal and Theault), without whom this prestigious event would not have been possible. We would also like to thank France in Australia - Ambassade de France en Australie and the Team France associations (Alliance Française Sydney, Business France, FACCI - French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry, La French Tech Australia and the CCE), whose support gives this event a national dimension.”

15/09/2025

Malgré des doutes sur la position des Etats-Unis, l'Australie valide un investissement massif dans les sous-marins nucléaires.

L’Australie va investir quelque 6,8 milliards d’euros pour rendre un de ses chantiers navals capable de construire une flotte de sous-marins à propulsion nucléaire, dans le cadre de la modernisation de ses équipements face à la montée en puissance militaire de la Chine. Ces 12 milliards de ...

15/09/2025

L’indiscipline aura coûté cher à l’Australie, qui doit maintenant se tourner vers deux matchs décisifs contre un ténor du rugby mondial.

Grâce aux 23 points au pied de Santiago Carreras, l’Argentine s’est imposée 28-26 samedi à Sydney en Rugby Championship face à l’Australie, qui était menée 28-7 avant de remonter au score sans parvenir à s’imposer. Dans une atmosphère bouillante au Sydney Football Stadium, les Pumas,...

13/09/2025

🙏 Deb Corbett CEO Asia Pacific at Explorations, shares what sponsoring the research and innovation category means to their team. 🚀🚀

This award recognises significant contributions to research and innovation — driving progress in their field and beyond. 💡🔬

Proudly supported by Ponant — a luxury cruise and expedition company with a deep love of the sea and a passion for travel. ⚓🌊🛳️

🔗 Learn more: 👉 https://au.ponant.com

🗓️ Nominations for all award categories close at midnight AEST tomorrow (Sunday night)!

👉 Submit your nominations at the link in bio.

11/09/2025

Une semaine avant Noël en 2017, le monde de la famille s’est effondré lorsque Lucie, âgée de quatre ans, a été diagnostiquée d’une leucémie lymphoblastique aiguë.

Tout au long du traitement éprouvant de Lucie, la Starlight Express Room a aidé à faire renaître des moments d’amusement et de bonheur d’enfance qui avaient manqué depuis son diagnostic. [...]

Bien qu’elle doive encore passer des contrôles médicaux réguliers pour suivre ses progrès, Lucie a enfin pu effectuer son voyage dans sa destination de rêve dans le Territoire du Nord, dans le cadre de la célébration des 15 ans du partenariat entre Starlight Children's Foundation Australiat et Virgin Australia

Quand Lucie, âgée de 12 ans, n’écrit pas des bandes dessinées ou ne compose pas des poèmes, elle poursuit un autre type de courage: la résilience qui vient d’un long et difficile parcours médical. Bilingue en français et en anglais, elle adore les bandes dessinées françaises et a même...

09/09/2025

🗓️ Nominations for all 10 award categories close at midnight this Sunday!

🌿🇫🇷🇦🇺 Our Environmental & Sustainability Award Sponsor is ENGIE AU!

This award recognises a commitment to promoting sustainability, environmental conservation, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), or Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices.

The winner will have implemented initiatives or strategies that reduce carbon footprint, protect ecosystems, promote sustainable development, and address broader social and governance challenges.

A sincere thank you to ENGIE, a household name in France and a global leader in the transition to net zero.

In Australia, ENGIE is building a strong renewable energy portfolio—including wind, solar, gas, hydrogen, and battery solutions—as part of its mission to reach net zero by 2045. For ENGIE, zero is everything.

🌱 Learn more 👉 https://engie.com.au

Thank you to Shannon Hyde and Krystin Dudley as representatives of ENGIE for their support. 🙏

There are some fantastic partners within Team France - such as the FACET- Franco-Australian Centre for Energy Transition - on the same mission.

👉 Submit your nominations here: https://www.lcanews.com/2025-french-australian-excellence-awards/

09/09/2025

🙏 Thank you to Deb Corbett CEO Asia Pacific at PONANT Explorations, for the team’s sponsorship of the Research & Innovation category at this year’s Awards! 🚀🚀

This award recognises significant contributions to research and innovation — driving progress in their field and beyond. 💡🔬

The winner will have demonstrated exceptional dedication to advancing knowledge, developing groundbreaking research, or creating innovative solutions that have had a major impact on their industry or the wider community. 🌍💥

Whether through pioneering scientific discoveries, technological advancements, or transformative research projects, these changemakers are helping shape the future. ✨📈

Proudly supported by Ponant — a luxury cruise and expedition company with a deep love of the sea and a passion for travel. ⚓🇫🇷
On board its intimate ships, the company promotes the French touch — a sense of hospitality, refined gastronomy, and renowned partners offer an unforgettable experience, respectful of humans and the environment. 🌊🛳️

🔗 Learn more: 👉 https://au.ponant.com

🗓️ Nominations for all 10 award categories close at midnight this Sunday!
👉 Submit your nominations here: https://www.lcanews.com/en/2025-french-australian-excellence-awards/

🇫🇷🇦🇺 These awards are under the patronage of The Embassy of France in Australia and have the support of our partners: Alliance Française de Sydney | Business France Australia | FACCI - French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry | La French Tech | French Foreign Trade Advisors

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08/09/2025

⏳ One week to go – nominations close 14 September! ⏳

✨ Le Courrier Australien - LCANews is sponsoring the Diversity & Inclusion category! ✨

This category recognises outstanding leadership in advancing diversity, inclusion, and gender equality — both in the workplace and across society. 💪🤝

The winner will have implemented impactful initiatives that create inclusive environments, honour cultural diversity, and promote equal opportunities for all🧡🌍

Whether through diversity training, inclusive policies, or passionate advocacy for equity, these changemakers are helping to build a fairer, more inclusive world — for everyone, regardless of background or identity. ✨📣

Le Courrier Australien is Australia’s oldest French-language media outlet — and has been a trusted voice connecting the French and Australian community for nearly 130 years. 🗞️🇫🇷
🔗 Learn more: 👉 https://www.lcanews.com

🗓️ Nominations for all 10 award categories close at midnight this Sunday 14 September!
👉 Submit your nominations here: https://www.lcanews.com/en/2025-french-australian-excellence-awards/

05/09/2025

🇫🇷🇦🇺 Thank You to Our Culinary & Gastronomy Award Sponsor – Tefal!

🧑‍🍳👩‍🍳This award celebrates individuals, teams, or organisations who have demonstrated exceptional creativity, innovation, and mastery in the world of gastronomy. From flavour and technique to sustainability and education, the winner will have elevated the culinary experience while showcasing the richness of local or French ingredients and traditions.

Tefal is a true icon with over 60 years of French heritage. From pioneering non-stick cookware to offering smart, high-quality appliances, Tefal’s mission is to help all Australians make the most of everyday cooking. 🔥 Learn more 👉 www.tefal.com.au

We thank Joe Tizzone, Jason Borg and Julien Sara as representatives of Tefal🙏

🗓️ 9 DAYS TO GO: Nominations for all 10 award categories close 14 September! 👉 https://www.lcanews.com/2025-french-australian-excellence-awards/

🇫🇷🇦🇺 These awards are under the patronage of The Embassy of France in Australia and have the support of our partners: Alliance Française Sydney | Business France Australia | FACCI - French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry | La French Tech | French Foreign Trade Advisors

03/09/2025

Who in your network could be up for this award?

🌍🇫🇷🇦🇺 NEW CATEGORY in 2025 thanks to our International Expansion & Value Creation category sponsor – Smart Mango!

This category celebrates innovative strategies that support sustainable growth within the import and export sector, and those driving global impact through trade.

🏆 The winner will have demonstrated a strong track record in entering and navigating new markets, building international relationships, and creating significant economic value.

We thank DUNON, MBA, CPM as a representative of sponsor Smart Mango 🙏

🌏💡Smart Mango are experts in helping exporters of technical products grow their business in Australia and globally. With services ranging from export support and sourcing to outsourced marketing and trade delegations, Smart Mango plays a vital role in facilitating international success.

🌐 Learn more 👉https://www.smartmango.com.au/

🗓️ Time is ticking! Nominations for all 10 award categories close 14 September! 👉 https://www.lcanews.com/2025-french-australian-excellence-awards/

02/09/2025

🌟Recognising Solidarity, Community & Volunteering thanks to our sponsor – French Assist 🌟

This category celebrates those who have gone above and beyond in showing exceptional compassion and initiative for marginalised or vulnerable communities. ❤️🤝

For over a century, French Assist has been a pillar of support for French nationals across Australia. 🇦🇺 The organisation aids individuals on a case‑by‑case basis during emergencies, distress, or isolation. Their on-the-ground impact is driven entirely by volunteers, supported by a coordination office and a nationwide network of caring individuals. 💪💙

🔗 Learn more about their invaluable work at: 👉 http://frenchassist.com.au/

🙏 Thank you, French Assist, for exemplifying the spirit of this category!

🗓️ Have you nominated anyone yet?�Nominations for all 10 award categories close 14 September!
👉 Submit your nomination here: https://www.lcanews.com/en/2025-french-australian-excellence-awards/

⭐️ Big thanks to our supporters! Alliance Française de Sydney | Business France Australia | FACCI - French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry | La French Tech | French Foreign Trade Advisors