Who deserves to be Australian of the Year 2018?

The Australian of the Year for 2018 is set to be announced in Canberra tonight, with some of our best and brightest in the running for the major award.

The prestigious gong is designed to highlight someone who’s helped improve Australian society, making a positive impact in people’s lives.

But who’s in the running this year?

To see the major contenders for this year’s award, scroll through the gallery above.

And let us know who you think deserves the award.