The Final 2025 Kennedy Finalists Announced – The finalists for the prestigious 2025 Gold Kennedy – Journalist of the Year are:
- Adele Ferguson, Chris Gillet and Ben Butler – Betrayal of Trust – ABC Four Corners
- Linda Silmalis – Rorts & Rides: The Downfall of a Minister – The Sunday Telegraph
- Nick McKenzie – Body of Work – Nine Entertainment
The Kennedy Foundation congratulates these outstanding journalists on their achievements. The winner will be revealed at the 2025 Kennedy Awards Presentation Dinner on Friday, August 15 in the Ballroom at Royal Randwick.
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The people have spoken — the finalists for the People’s Choice Power of the Lens have been revealed.
This award gives the public the opportunity to vote for one standout image from all entrants in the Kennedy’s photographic categories: Sport, News, and Portrait.
Bronwen Healy, Viva Via Sistina – Freelance – Twitter & Thoroughbred Daily News
Flavio Brancaleone, Death, Devotion, Habemus Papam – The Sydney Morning Herald
Tom Doig, Donald Trump and JD Vance at the 2024 Republican National Convention – Freelance – Crikey
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The prize will be drawn at the Kennedy Awards on Friday, August 15 at 10:00 PM. You don’t need to be present to win — buy online, and if your name is drawn, we’ll notify you directly by email and phone.
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The Final 2025 Kennedy Finalists Announced
