Archibald prize 2025: Julie Fragar wins for portrait of artist Justene Williams

Decision announced at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, where all finalists will be exhibited to the public from Saturday

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Julie Fragar has won the 2025 Archibald prize for her portrait of her fellow artist Justene Williams.

Announced as the winner of the $100,000 prize at the Art Gallery of New South Wales on Friday, Flagship Mother Multiverse (Justene) was selected unanimously by the judges from 904 entries and 57 finalists.

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