Some of Australia's most inspiring individuals will be in Canberra for the Australian of the Year Awards

President of Turbans 4 Australia, Amar Singh

Local Hero category nominee Amar Singh Australian of the Year Awards Source: SBS News

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One of the nominees for the Local Hero category is Amar Singh and his message ahead of the awards is for migrants to be given greater opportunities.

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