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MCKINNON prize
shortlisted nominees announced
Since 2017, the McKinnon Prize has recognised political leaders who shape Australia with courage and vision. As the only award of it's kind in Australia, it is an unapologetically positive initiative that we hope encourages national discussion about our expectations of political leadership.
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OUR VISION
Better governments
Stronger Australia
We believe better governments is the key to a stronger Australia. The quality of our leadership and democracy has never mattered more. That’s why we work to develop political leadership, strengthen our institutions and solve the most pressing policy issues to create lasting outcomes that benefit all Australians.
our focus areas
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The McKinnon Prize for Political Leadership celebrates political leaders who demonstrate exceptional vision, collaboration, courage, and ethical behaviour. By highlighting outstanding leadership examples, the Prize helps counter public cynicism, inspires emerging leaders, and shapes the national conversation about leadership quality in politics.
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Australia faces specific challenges that require fresh thinking and proven solutions. From education inequality to economic productivity, we need policy approaches that work - not just in theory, but in practice. That’s why we focus on finding and implementing policy innovations that deliver measurable results.
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“Our vision is governments equipped with enhanced capabilities, processes, and people to serve Australia’s long-term interests effectively. A nation that builds on its foundations to create sustainable prosperity and opportunity for all Australians.”
NEWS & INSIGHTS
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McKinnon Poll: Australians back economic reform now, want fairness and long-term benefits
A new national McKinnon Poll of 2,000 Australians shows the public is ready for meaningful economic and tax reform now and believes the Albanese Government already has a mandate to act, without waiting until after the next election.
Assessing and improving policymaking practice: How the sausage is made
McKinnon has commissioned the ‘How the Sausage is Made’ series to examine policymaking in Australia. This series will provide insights into patterns of the good and poor dimensions of policy development, to identify barriers to delivering quality policy.
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