The Governor-General has announced the Queen's Birthday 2020 Honours List and there's a stack of locals on the list.
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We tracked down some of the recipients to talk to them about receiving the honour, what it means to them and the work they do.
Bede Burke
The Tamworth egg production farmer and former NSW Nationals chair with a tenure of five years has been awarded a highly-esteemed AM in the Order of Australia for his involvement in the community.
Claire Doherty
For Tamworth's Claire Doherty, helping regional families and "weekend warriors" enjoy their sport have been the passions of a lifetime. Now, her tireless work in pediatric physiotherapy has resulted in one of the country's highest honours, an Order of Australia Medal.
Tony Windsor
After 22 years in politics, Tony Windsor said the thing he missed most of all was talking to people. The veteran Independent MP said in one 10-year period he had 10,000 chats with constituents.
Julie Dowleans
A range of emotions overcame Julie Dowleans when she was told she was to receive an Order of Australia Medal for her service to the community of Wee Waa.
Caroline Downer
Caroline Downer has received an Order of Australia Medal in the Queen's Birthday Honours List after dedicating more than 20 years to arts in Armidale.
Bob Bensley
Bob Bensley spent nearly 20 years lobbying for an upgrade to Inverell hospital. He's been recognised for his work with an Order of Australia Medal for services to the Inverell community.
Bob Kneipp
Years of service to both Ashford and Inverell has seen Bob Kneipp awarded an Order of Australia Media in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.
Doug Hewitt
Former Armidale mayor Douglas Hewitt has been recognised for his service to the communities of both Armidale and Nambucca Heads with inclusion on the 2020 Queen's Birthday Honours List.
He had three stints as mayor of Armidale City Council, ending in 1986.
Aileen MacDonald
Aileen MacDonald has won an Order of Australia Medal after dedicating years to the Guyra business community, Rotary and the Liberal Party.
Diane Trestrail
Armidale resident Diane Trestrail has received an Order of Australia Medal for service to people living with Parkinson's. She helped form the Armidale Parkinson's Encouragement Group for the town's 40-odd residents living with the disease.
Lindy Commens
Veteran teacher Lindy Commens has spent her entire career at Sandon Public School. Her work with families of children with disabilities has been recognised with a Public Service Medal.
