Le Courrier Australien

27/11/2025

🇦🇺 🇫🇷 DISCOVER THE WINNERS AND PHOTOS: A CEREMONY TO REMEMBER AT THE RESIDENCE OF FRANCE, CANBERRA🏆

We are very grateful to our host and patron The Embassy of France in Australia and the Ambassador of France to Australia Pierre-Andre Imbert for hosting the awards ceremony which shone a light on the outstanding achievements in the French-Australian community. We were joined by esteemed guests Minister Matt Thistlethwaite and co-chair of Friends of France Zoe McKenzie MP.

🗞️ Read more in the article and 📸 see the photo gallery at the links in bio.

🥂 Congratulations to all our brilliant finalists and winners (Solveig Coulon, David Bitton, Geoffroy Henry, Dr. F***y de Busserolles, PhD, CEnvP, Romain Bertin, Cynthia Dearin GAICD, Dr. Jean-Philippe Ral, Mona la Cour, Adeline Mansotte, Cassiel Rousseau and Dr Vanessa Pirotta). The French-Australian community would not be the same without you and your outstanding commitment.

⭐️ Francois J Romanet & Matt Thistlethwaite also received the Recognition for significant contribution to French-Australian relations!

🙏🏼 Our sponsors have made this program possible. We extend our gratitude to French Assist .au .australia .

✨ We also thank Team France for their support - and French Trade Advisors.

🍾🥂 Thank you to our partner .bloom who generously offered their delicious non-alcoholic sparkling wine for the evening.

We are so proud of what makes this community special.

26/11/2025

🇦🇺 🇫🇷 2025 WINNERS OF THE FRENCH-AUSTRALIAN EXCELLENCE AWARDS🥇

Le Courrier Australien, together with the patronage of are proud to announce the following winners for 2025, awarded last night at a beautiful ceremony at the Embassy of France in Australia in Canberra!

They are:
⭐️Solveig Coulon: Arts, Culture, Entertainment & Events sponsored by
⭐️David Bitton: Culinary & Gastronomy sponsored by .australia
⭐️Geoffroy Henry: Entrepreneurship sponsored by
⭐️Dr. F***y de Busserolles, PhD, CEnvP: Environmental & Sustainability sponsored by
⭐️Romain Bertin & Cynthia Dearin GAICD: International Trade & Value Creation sponsored by .au
⭐️Dr. Jean-Philippe Ral: Research & Innovation sponsored by
⭐️Mona la Cour and Adeline Mansotte: Solidarity, Community & Volunteerism sponsored by French Assist
⭐️Cassiel Rousseau: Sport sponsored by
⭐️Dr Vanessa Pirotta: Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) sponsored by

✨ We also thank Team France for their support - and French Foreign Trade Advisors.

🍾🥂 Thank you to our partner .bloom who generously offered their delicious non-alcoholic sparkling wine for the evening.

⭐ What a night! Snapshots to come. In the meantime, we are celebrating!

24/11/2025

🇫🇷🇦🇺Today is the day!

The French Australian Excellence Award winners will be revealed TONIGHT at The Embassy of France in Australia, Canberra.

It’s set to be a beautiful night thanks to our sponsors, supporters. A special thank you to our partner .bloom who will make the evening sparkle!

🏆 Who do these beautiful trophies belong to?

All will soon be revealed! Stay tuned!

18/11/2025

👏 🥇 The winners of the French Australian Excellence Awards will be announced at our highly anticipated ceremony on Tuesday 25 November at the French Residence in Canberra, where we will gather to celebrate exceptional talent, innovation and collaboration between France and Australia. ⭐️ See all our finalists at the link in bio.

This event is under the patronage of The Embassy of France in Australia 🇫🇷🇦🇺

Proudly Sponsored by: French Assist .au .australia
Partner: .bloom

Supported by: French Foreign Trade Advisors

18/11/2025

🇦🇺 🏅 🇫🇷 2025 French-Australian Excellence Awards. 🇫🇷 🏅 🇦🇺

👏 🥇 The winners will be announced at our highly anticipated ceremony on Tuesday 25 November at the French Residence in Canberra, where we will gather to celebrate exceptional talent, innovation and collaboration between France and Australia.

🌟 We warmly congratulate all nominees and finalists for their achievements and significant contributions, which continually strengthen the ties between the French and Australian communities.

This event is under the patronage of France in Australia - Ambassade de France en Australie
Proudly Sponsored by: art atrium 48 | bilateral solutions | ENGIE French Assist | L'Oréal Paris | Ponant | Smart Mango | Tefal | Theault
Supported by: Alliance Française Sydney Business France FACCI - French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry French Foreign Trade Advisors La French Tech

28/10/2025

Relation franco-australienne, missions du consulat, crise politique française… Pour Le Courrier Australien, Gille Barrier Consulat général de France à Sydney se confie sur son nouveau rôle et sa vision de la diplomatie.

Nommé le 15 août, Gilles Barrier est le nouveau consul général de France à Sydney. Relation franco-australienne, missions du consulat, crise politique française… Pour Le Courrier Australien, il se confie sur son nouveau rôle et sa vision de la diplomatie.. François Vantomme : Vous avez ét...

24/10/2025

🇦🇺 🏅 🇫🇷 We are delighted to reveal the eagerly awaited finalists for the prestigious 2025 French-Australian Excellence Awards. 🇫🇷 🏅 🇦🇺

After a rigorous evaluation process, it is with great pleasure that we present the exceptional nominees who stand out for their excellence in their respective fields. One finalist was selected by public vote, while the others were chosen by a panel of experts. The competition was remarkably intense, highlighting the remarkable talents and achievements within our community.

🌟 We warmly congratulate all nominees for their achievements and significant contributions, which continually strengthen the ties between the French and Australian communities.

➡️ Discover the finalists for the 2025 French-Australian Excellence Awards at the link in bio!

⏰ From Monday 27 October, voting to select the winners will officially begin and continue until 9 November.

👏 🥇 The winners will be announced at our highly anticipated ceremony on Tuesday 25 November at the French Residence in Canberra, where we will gather to celebrate exceptional talent, innovation and collaboration between France and Australia

This event is under the patronage of The Embassy of France in Australia

Proudly Sponsored by: French Assist .au .australia

Supported by: French Foreign Trade Advisors

21/10/2025

🚀 The ballots are counted, and the jury is on it! Get ready—finalists will be announced shortly! 🏅

Winners will be celebrated at the prestigious Awards Evening Ceremony on Tuesday 25 November 2025 at The Embassy of France in Australia in Canberra. 🎉

Save the date and stay tuned for updates on the finalists and Jury voting!

Together, let's highlight excellence and innovation in our community.

This event is under the patronage of The Embassy of France in Australia .

Proudly Sponsored by: Art Atrium 48, Bilateral Solutions, ENGIE AU, French Assist, L'Oréal, PONANT, Smart Mango, Tefal and THEAULT.

Supported by: Alliance Française Sydney | Business France Australia | FACCI - French-Australian Chamber of Commerce & Industry | French Foreign Trade Advisors | French Tech Australia (FT AU)

More info: https://www.lcanews.com/our-2025-nominees-french-australian-excellence-awards/

08/10/2025

Si les résultats resteront secrets jusqu’à la fin des votes, la plupart des catégories sont encore très indécises avec des résultats très serrés entre de nombreux candidats. Il est donc encore temps de faire une différence.

La cinquième édition des French-Australian Excellence Awards connait un succès retentissant. En seulement quelques jours de vote, nos serveurs ont déjà enregistré près de 4000 votes pour ces prestigieuses récompenses. Les prix visent à reconnaître et célébrer les réalisations et contrib...

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

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