Anish John Appointed Honorary Justice in Queensland
Australia, Brisbane: In a proud and inspiring moment for the Indian diaspora in Queensland, Mr. Anish John has been officially appointed as Honorary Justice in Australia as Justice of the Peace in Queensland. The appointment was conferred by Her Excellency Jeannette Young, representing His Majesty King Charles III, recognising Mr. John’s longstanding commitment to community service and leadership.
A resident of Australia for over 15 years, Mr. John has established himself as a respected leader within Australia’s multicultural landscape. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Windsor Health, where he has played a key role in delivering community-focused healthcare and support services.
Mr. John’s appointment as a JP reflects his deep and sustained involvement in community development, cultural engagement, and service-oriented leadership. Over the years, he has held several significant positions across multicultural and faith-based organisations. His contributions include serving as Secretary of the Mernda & Doreen Multicultural Association, Secretary of the Mernda Diwali Celebrations, President of the Laurimar Multicultural Association, and Secretary of the Mar Thoma Church in Melbourne. Through these roles, he has been instrumental in promoting inclusivity, cultural harmony, and community cohesion.
Widely respected for his integrity, humility, and dedication, Mr. John has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to uplifting diverse communities and fostering meaningful connections among people from different cultural backgrounds.
Community leaders have warmly welcomed the recognition, describing it as a well-deserved honour and a testament to his years of selfless service. They noted that his appointment brings pride not only to his family but also to the broader Indian and multicultural communities across Australia.
Mr. John is supported by his wife, Mrs. Teena John, and together they are blessed with three children—Emma, Charlotte, and Alexander—who remain a constant source of inspiration and strength in his journey.
As a Justice of the Peace, Mr. John will now serve the public in an official capacity by witnessing statutory declarations and affidavits, certifying copies of documents, and performing other authorised legal functions. His new role will further strengthen grassroots-level public service and accessibility to essential legal processes within the community.
This achievement stands as a shining example of how dedication to community service and cultural engagement can lead to meaningful recognition and opportunities to serve society at a higher level.
—Biju Joseph
Phone: 0401 972 923
Northern Gold Coast Multicultural Association
