Celebrating leaders aiding refugees and migrants in Queensland

At this year’s Multicultural Queensland Awards, two champions of diversity and inclusion were recognised for their outstanding work.

Lolla Ingadottir, a Team Leader in the State Government, helps connect migrants and refugees with vital community services across all levels of government.

Meanwhile, national construction and engineering firm John Holland Group has created paid internship opportunities for more than 150 refugees and asylum seekers through partnerships with various organisations.

Image: Image by Toni Pankaluic

Produced By: Toni Pankaluic

Featured In Story: Lolla Ingadottir – Team Leader at the North Queensland Regional Office of the Department of Trade, Employment and Training & Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award Winner , and Andrew McDougall – Social Impact Manager of Queensland and Northern Territory at John Holland Group & Diversity and Inclusion Champion Award Winner

First aired on The Wire, Friday 5 September 2025