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The People of the Year 2023

Article courtesy of The West Australian.

Australia’s top businesswoman needs little introduction.

In June, mining billionaire Gina Rinehart was recognised as 2023’s Western Australian of the Year, which she described as a “wonderful honour”.

Australia’s richest person has long been respected and has won a list of awards for spearheading the exploration, financing, construction and operation of the award-winning $15.1 billion Roy Hill iron ore project.

And throughout 2023, Mrs Rinehart made several significant high-profile investments, including the purchase of the popular Bunbury Farmers Market, the Drizabone brand and, most recently, Rossi Boots.

Mrs Rinehart prefers to keep a low profile but has been generous in giving back to the community.

Her ongoing philanthropy has aided several medical, sporting, educational, health and community organisations across WA and Australia.