Sydney Swans star Adam Goodes has been named the NSW Australian of the Year at a ceremony at the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Goodes, 33, was recognised for his commitment to community programs and for establishing and co-chairing the Goodes-O'Loughlin (GO) Foundation, which works with indigenous communities.

Community commitment: NSW Australian of the Year Adam Goodes. Credit:Brendan Esposito

The NSW Young Australian of the Year has gone to Paralympic swimmer Jacqueline Freney, 21. Born with cerebral palsy, she holds world records and is a motivational speaker for Swimming Australia.