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The Queen’s Birthday 2016 Honours List

Associate Professor Nina SACHARIAS, Department of Radiology, Alfred Hospital Melbourne, 55 Commercial Road, Prahran Vic 3181 For service to medicine in the field of radiology. Service includes: Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor, Central Clinical School, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences, Monash University, current. Associate Professor, Department of Surgery, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, current. Honorary Consultant Radiologist, Department of Radiology, since 2010 and Director of Radiology, 1985-1997 and Acting Director of Radiology 1984-1985 and Deputy Director of Radiology, 1972-1984. 2nd Mobile breast screening service named after Dr Sacharias by Breastscreen Victoria, 2012. Member, Scientific Advisory Committee, Breastscreen Victoria. Reader and Clinical Participant, Monash Breastscreen Program, 1993-1998. Professional Organisations: Fellow, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists, since 1962 and Life Member, since 2002 and Member, Education Board, 1986-1996 and Member, Mammography Sub-Committee and Committee Member, Victorian Branch, 1984-1994. Senior Member, World Federation of Interventional and Therapeutic Neuroradiology, 1991-2002. Fellow, Royal College of Radiologists, London, since 1971. Associate Member, Neurosurgical Society of Australasia, 1981-2011. Author, 'Radiology Beyond a Textbook', 2004 (A teaching ROM DVD). Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Roentgen Medal, Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists, 2011.



Mr Michael Franz SACHSSE, 2 Willowbridge Grove, Burnside SA 5066 For service to the community of South Australia, and to vocational education. Service includes: President, Royal Association of Justices of South Australia, since 2013. Vice-President, 2011. Deputy Chairman, Professional Development Committee, since 2005. Chair, Training Committee, 2009. Executive Member, State Council, since 2005. Member, since 1978. Justice of the Peace, since 1978. Special Justice, 2009 - 2014. Senior Technical Advisor, International Labour Office, Bangladesh, 2010 - 2011. Evaluator, Education and Skills Training Project, Indonesia, 2010. Chief Technical Advisor, National Skills Development and Market Linkages Program, Afghanistan, 2007 - 2008. Technical Advisor, National Skills Development and Market Linkages Program, Afghanistan, 2005 - 2006. Member, Afghanistan Ministry of Labour Capacity Building Project Formulation Team, 2002 - 2003. Developed proposals for training and employment, Solomon Islands, 2001. Director, TAFE South Australia, 1969 – 1997 and Director, Torrens Valley Institute of TAFE, 1987 - 1998 and Founding Director, Tea Tree Gully TAFE. Fellow, The Australian College of Education, 1993.

Mr Raymond Charles SAICH, Kellyville NSW 2155 For service to people with Pompe's disease. Service includes: Australian Pompe's Association: President, since 2012. Vice-President, 2010-2012. Foundation Member. Successfully advocated for having the drug Myozyme listed on the Life Saving Drugs Program by the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee, 2015, making it available to all diagnosed with Pompe's disease.



Mr John Mihran SARKISSIAN, 3 Bowditch Crescent, Parkes NSW 2870 For service to astronomy. Service includes: Operations Scientist, CSIRO Parkes Observatory, since 1996. Initiated a joint Australia-US effort to recover the original NASA video tapes of the first Moon landing, 1999-2009. Founder and First President, Sydney University Astronomical Society, 1982-1983. Founder and First President, Endeavour Astronautical Society, 1985-1990. Co-founder, Australian Space Policy Institute, 1989-1990. Member, International Year of Astronomy Advisory Group, the National Committee of Astronomy, 2007-2009. Co-founder and First President, Central West Astronomical Society (CWAS), since 2002. Instigator and administrator, CWAS David Malin Awards astrophotography competition, 2004 (Australia-wide astronomical photography competition), since 2004. Chairman, Organising Committee, CWAS AstroFest, since 2004. Technical Advisor and Telescope Operator, 'The Dish' (Australian Film), Working Dog Productions, 1998-2000. President, Parents and Friends Association, Red Bend Catholic College, since 2013. Chairman, Fundraising Committee, 3rd Parkes Scouts, 2012-2015. Member, Parkes Rotary, 2004-2009. Recipient, Rotary District 9700 Vocational Excellence Award, 2013 and Paul Harris Fellow, 2013.

Mr Mario Giacomo SARTORI, 497 Central Road, South Kyneton Vic 3444 For service to the community of Trentham. Service includes: Co-Founder, East Trentham Fellowship, 2004. Has helped with fundraising for local organisations including: Trentham Fire Brigade, Country Fire Authority Victoria. Tylden Fire Brigade, Country Fire Authority Victoria. Trentham Neighbourhood Centre. Trentham and District Football/Netball Club. Trentham Spudfest, since 2008. Lyonville Woodchop, since 1986. Trentham Easter Art and Craft Show, since 2014.



Mrs Maria Teresa SAVIO HOOKE, Killara NSW 2071 For service to psychoanalysis through roles with professional organisations. Service includes: Australian Psychoanalytical Society: President, 2005-2008. Vice-President, 2002-2005. Chair, Scientific Committee, 1997-2000. Training analyst, current. Chair, International New Groups Committee, International Psychoanalytical Association, current and Member, China Committee, 2008-2013. Europe co-Chair, Committee on Psychoanalytic Perspective on Ageing, 2009-2013. Member, European Psychoanalytic Federation, Working Party on Education, 2004-2009 and Council member, 2005-2008. Written, presented and chaired many papers at conferences and symposia both locally and overseas. Co-editor with Akhtar, S., 'The Geography of Meanings: Psychoanalytic Perspectives on Place, Space, Land and Dislocation, London', IPA Library Series, 2007. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Order of the Star of Italian Solidarity, 'for services to psychoanalysis in Australia', 2009.



Mr David Maxwell SCARLETT RFD, Killara NSW 2071 For service to the law, and to the community. Service includes: Committee Member, Australian Insurance Law Association, NSW Branch, 'no dates'. Member and Chair, Insurance Law Group, Law Council of Australia, NSW Branch, 'no dates'. Colonel, Australian Army Legal Corps, retired 2004 as Panel Leader. Lawyer Member, Human Research Ethics Committees: Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, 1990-2002. Royal North Shore Hospital, 2002-2013. Alzheimer's Australia NSW: President, 1998-2006. Board Member, 'no dates'. Vice-President, 'no dates'. Alzheimer's Australia Research: Board Member. Chair on two occasions, 2004-2011. Rotary Club of Sydney Cove: President, 1992-1993. Member, since 1988.



Mr Murray Wilfred SCHACHE, 87 Adelaide Road, Mannum SA 5238 For service to the community of Mannum, and to agricultural shows. Service includes: Member, Board of Management, Murray Mallee Aged Care Group, since 1994 and Chairman, 1994-2007 and Deputy Chair, 2007-2015. Co-Founder, early 1990s. Chairman, Mannum Meals on Wheels, 1975-2012 and Founding Member and volunteer, since 1975. Chairman, Mannum District Hospital, 1968-1983 and Deputy Chairman, 1983-1988. Chairman, Mid Murray Home for the Aged, 1982-1995. Elder, St Martin's Lutheran Church, 1979-2004. Vice-Chairman, Lutheran Men South Australian District, 1977-1988 and Member, 1977-2005. Lutheran Men Chairman, 1964-1996 and Member, 1952-2005. Lutheran Youth Chairman, 1952-1956 and Member, 1946-1960. Agricultural Societies Council South Australia: President, 1990-1993. Senior Vice-President, 1987-1990 and Junior Vice-President, 1984-1987. Executive Member, 1984-1996. Chairman, Country Shows Promotions Sub-Committee, 1988-1996. Chairman, Show Girl Sub-Committee, 1988-1991. Member, since 1971. Past Judge and Coordinator, Sheaf Tossing, Royal Adelaide Show, Royal Agricultural and Horticultural Society of South Australia, 'for more than 30 years' and Member, since 1960 and Life Member, since 1979. President, Central District Show Association, 'no dates' and Member, since 1962. President, Mannum Agricultural Show Society, 1967-2006 and Member, since 1958 and Life Member, 1978. Secretary, South Australian Sheaf Tossers' Association, 1968-2004.



Mrs Debra Ruth SCHAFFER, 14 Melvista Avenue, Claremont WA 6010 For service to people who are blind, or with low vision, and to the community. President, VisAbility (formerly Association for the Blind of Western Australia), since 2010 and Board Member, since 2007; Founding Member, Association for the Blind Foundation, current. Member, Board of Presidents, Guide Dogs Australia, current. Involved in fundraising events, Ear Science Institute Australia, since 1990. Has supported a number of organisations including: Foundation and Major Donor, Carmel School, Guide Dogs Australia, Ear Science Institute Australia and a range of Jewish Community Organisations. Chair, Women's Division, United Israel Appeal (WA), since 2014 and Patron, since 1995. Supporter, Jewish National Fund, 'for many years'. Member, National Council of Jewish Women of Australia, WA, current. Member, Advisory Board, OzHarvest WA, current. Director, Australian Opera Studio, 2003-2005 (Studio closed in 2008).



Mr Timothy Theodore SCHENKEN, 56 Ashworth Street, Albert Park Vic 3206 For service to motor sport. Service includes: Australian racing driver, 1968 - 1977. Career highlights include: Formula One Driver, raced in 35 F1 World Championship Grands Prix, 1970 - 1974. Principal teams include: Brabham, Frank Williams Engineering, Ferrari and Lotus. Results include: 1st place, British Formula Ford Championship, 1968. 1st place, British Formula 3 Championship, 1968. 1st place, French Craven A Formula 3 Series, 1969. 14th place, F1 Drivers Championship, 1971 (including 3rd place at the Austrian Grand Prix and 6th place at the German Grand Prix). 1st place, World Championship for Makes, 1972 (including wins in the Buenos Aires 1000km and the Nurburgring 1000km, Germany). 4th place, European Formula 2 Championship, 1971. 2nd place, European GT Championship, 1975. 3rd place, European GT Championship, 1976. 3rd place, Interserie Championship, 1975 5th place, Deutsche Rennsport Meisterschaft, 1976. 1st place International ADAC Nurburgring 1000-Kilometer-Rennen, 1977. Professional motorsport service includes: Chairman, Australian F1 Grand Prix Organising Committee, since 1993. Clerk of the Course, Australian Grand Prix, since 1988. Deputy Clerk of the Course, Australian F1 Grand Prix, 1985 - 1987. Race Director, Australian Touring Car Championship,1987 - 1996. Race Director, V8 Supercar Championship, since 1997. Director, Racing Operations, Confederation of Australian Motor Sport, since 2002. Director, South Australian Motor Sport Board, 2002-2015. Member, FIA (Federation Internationale de l'Automobile) Touring Car Commission, since 2002. Vice-President, FIA Circuits Commission, since 2010. International Steward, FIA World Touring Car Championship, since 2010. Member, Panel of Permanent Stewards, FIA Formula E Championship, since 2014. Co-partner and Director, TIGA, a racing car manufacturer, 1976 - 1982.



Ms Stephanie SCHWARZ, Bellevue Hill NSW 2023 For service to information technology education. Service includes: Director of Computing, Moriah College, 2003-2008. High School Teacher, since 1989. Head Teacher of Computing, Sydney Technical College, 1988 and Teacher of Computing 1982-1987. Teacher, NSW Institute of Technology, 1977-1981. Board Member, ICT Educators of NSW, 1994-2009 and Life Member, since 2004. Supervisor, HSC Examinations, Software Design and Development, Board of Studies NSW, 2008-2011 and Contributor, re-design of the Stage 6 (Years 11-12) computing syllabuses, 1999-2010. Contributor, Computing Curriculum, NSW Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards (BOSTES), 1990s-2012. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Outstanding Professional Teachers Award, Professional Teachers Council, 2005.



Mr Robert James SEMPLE BEM, 58 King Street, Essendon Vic 3040 For service to the community through pipe and drum bands, and veterans' organisations. Service includes: Member, The Rats of Tobruk Memorial Pipes and Drums, since 1997 and attended Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, 2005, 2001, 1997 and Life Member, 2008. Vice-President, Victorian Branch, Rats of Tobruk Association, current and Guest Speaker, including for Warrandyte Primary School and The Star of the Sea Secondary College, current. Honorary Chieftain, Pipe Bands Australia and Principal Dress and Drill, ‘for 10 years’ and Life Member. Vice Principal Dress and Drill, Pipe Bands Victoria, 'for 10 years'. Judge, Victorian Highland Pipe Band Association, 'for many years' and Life Member. Drum Major, Hawthorn City Pipe Band, since 1960 and Piper and Life Member and Member since 1946. Member, 9th Division Association, current. Member, 2/12 Field Regiment Association, current. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, ‘for outstanding service to the pipe band community', Sir Rupert Hamer award, Victorian Highland Pipe Band Association, 1990. Recipient, 'for services to pipe bands', British Empire Medal (BEM), 1983.



Dr David Paul SEVIER, PO Box 1046, Young NSW 2594 For service to medicine as a general practitioner. Service includes: General Practitioner, Young District Medical Centre, 1983-2014. Obstetrician, General Surgeon and Emergency Clinician, Young District Hospital, 1983-2014. Visiting Medical Officer, Mercy Care Centre, Young, until 2014. Advisory Board Member, Greater Southern Area Health Service, 2006-2012 and Member, Young Local Health Advisory Committee, 'no dates'. Member, National Rural Faculty, Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, since 1995 and Life Member. Councillor, New South Wales Branch, Australian Medical Association, 1989-1993. Founding Member, Executive Committee, Rural Doctors' Association of Australia, 1987-1992. Member, New South Wales Faculty Board, Royal Australian College of General Practitioners, 1989-1991. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Bill Hunter Award, Rural Doctors' Association of New South Wales, 2014.



Mr Phillip John SHANAHAN, 120 Benyon Street, Albury NSW 2640 For service to education, to tennis and to the community. Service includes: St Patrick's School, Albury: Teacher, since 1982 and currently a Year 6 teacher. Sportsmaster, 'for 15 years'. Religious Education Coordinator, 'for 5 years'. Director, End of Year School Production, since approx. 1995. President, St Patrick's Tennis Club, 2001-2011 and Committee Member, since 1986 and Life Member. Service to the international community includes: Supporter and Volunteer, Mercy International Orphanages, Thailand, since 2005 (has taken work teams of students, parents and community members to undertake a range of projects in orphanages in Khon Kaen, Phetchabun and Prae). Community service includes: Volunteer, Moira Kelly Children's First Foundation, since 2000 (has taken work teams of students, parents and community members to undertake a range of projects at the Children's First Farm in Kilmore and Moira's House in Melbourne). Involved with the St Vincent de Paul Society in Sydney and Albury, 1980-1986. Service to tennis includes: Director and Founder, Margaret Court Tennis Academy, Albury Wodonga. Founder and Tournament Director, Margaret Court Cup Tennis Tournament, held annually in Albury Wodonga, since 2001. (Since approx. 2001 the Academy hosted and billeted players from throughout the Pacific region and has sponsored players from Papua New Guinea and the Cook Islands to live and train at the Academy. Additionally the Academy takes junior players from country Australia to the United States for tournament experience). Tennis Australia Professional Coach, since 1987. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Australian Sports Medal, 2000. Recipient, New South Wales Primary Schools Sports Association (NSWPSSA) Award, 2012. Recipient, Tennis Victoria Award, 2015.



Mr Robert John SILBERBERG, Beauty Point Tas 7270 For service to sailing. Service includes: Port Dalrymple Yacht Club: Commodore, 1993-1996. Vice Commodore, 1986-1987, 1989-1990. Safety Officer, since 1986. Inshore Representative, ‘for several years’. Life Member, since 1998. Member, since 1966. Member, Social Committee, 1969-1970. Member, Mooring Committee, 1969-1977. Tasmanian Yachting Association: Northern Vice President, 1989-2001. Honorary Executive Officer, 2002-2013. Honorary Administration Officer, 2001-2002. Safety Officer, 'for many years'. Principal Race Officer, current. Keeper of the Starting Shot Gun, Three Peaks Race, 1989. President and Instructor, Sailability Tasmania, 1997-2013. Volunteer and Training Officer, Tamar Division, Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol, 1988-1999 and Tasmanian Representative, National Council, 1991-1999. Contributor, Conversion of 2 Tall Ships (the 'Alma Doepel' and the 'Defender') into sail training vessels. Member, Rotary Club of Beaconsfield, 1970-1983 and President, 1972-1973.



Mrs Audrey Ellen SMITH, PO Box 273, Urunga NSW 2455 For service to aged persons through volunteer roles. Service includes: Founder of the Urunga Revellers, a volunteer female performing group that has toured New South Wales nursing homes 'for many years'. Dance teacher, concert and performance organiser, 'ongoing, for many years', also art teacher, ongoing. Visitor and Volunteer, Stella Maris Aged Care Facility, 'for many years'; donates artwork as prizes at their Bridge Day competitions. President and Secretary Urunga Golf and Sports Club, 'for many years' and Member, 'for many years'. President, Ladies Auxiliary, New Brighton Golf Club, 'for many years'.

Mr Duncan Tod SMITH, 8 Birrigai Square, Ngunnawal ACT 2913 For service to Indigenous youth, and to the community. Service includes: Founder and member, Wiradjuri Echoes Indigenous Performance and Dance group, 'no dates'. Leader, Youth Program, Ginar Maliyan Mob, 'no dates' Cultural Advisor, Youth Program, On Track, 'no dates'. Carer, Barnardos Canberra, 'for many years'. National Ambassador, CanTeen, 2005-2014. Presenter, Art Workshops, Camp Quality, 'for many years'. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Artist of the Year Award, Wiradjuri Echoes, NAIDOC 2012. Recipient, National Ambassador, Dare to Lead, 2010. Recipient, Artist of the Year Award, NAIDOC, 2003.



Mrs Elizabeth Mabel SMITH, 9 Barossa Place, Launceston Tas 7250 For service to the community of Tasmania, and to migrants. Service includes: Scripture Union Tasmania: Member, Governing State Council, ‘for many years’. Volunteer, particularly in supporting its work in providing holiday camps for children Chaplaincy support in schools. Member, Staffing Selection Team, Northern area. Founding Member, monthly 'Women's Breakfast', St Johns Church, Launceston, current. Member, Exhibitor and volunteer, Launceston Art Society, 'for many years'. Art Therapist, Eskleigh Foundation Home, 'for many years'. Artist-in-Residence, Launceston Church Grammar School, 1988. Head of Art, Oakburn College and Scotch Oakburn College, 1975-1986. Has exhibited her art since mid-1980s, including solo exhibitions. Refugee Support: provides Swahili interpreting at medical consultations, sourcing provisions and helping with driving, shopping and other essential requirements. Hospitality provider for visitors and international students, Worldview Centre for Intercultural Studies, St Leonards, current. Church Missionary Society: Member and Volunteer, Tasmania and in Tanzania, since 1957 and taught English and sewing, 1957-1961. Undertook a range of roles including: Teacher, African women: language, literacy and practical skills, 1965-1968; women's batik making project, 1988-1992. Member, Mother's Union, which then and now has been a powerful vehicle for societal reform in Tanzania. Awards and recognition includes: Winner of Macquarie Art Award 2001 Finalist, Glover Prize, 2005 and Derwent Valley Art Award 2002 and Cossack Art Ward, Western Australia, 2001. Recipient, Religious Art Award, Tasmania, 2013 and 2011.



Mr John Arthur SMITH, 4B Grove Street, Glenelg East SA 5045 For service to football in South Australia. Service includes: West Torrens Birkalla Soccer Club: Honorary Board Member, current. Committee Member, since 1943. President, ‘for 37 years’. Life Member, current. Coach, 'for many years'. Referee, 'no dates'. The club ground was renamed the 'Jack Smith Park' in his honour. Awards and recognition include: Inductee, Hall of Fame, Football Federation of South Australia, 2004. Recipient, Meritorious Service Award, Football Federation of South Australia, 1983.

The late Mr Leslie SMITH Late of Nerang Qld 4211 For service to youth, and to the community. Service includes: Australian Navy Cadets: Deputy Senior Officer and Training Officer, Queensland Area Headquarters, 1994-1996. Commanding Officer, TS Endeavour, 1992-1994 and Drill and Communications Instructor, 'for several years in the mid-1970s'. Lieutenant in Command and Training Officer, TS Moreton Bay, 1988-1992. Pensions and Welfare Officer, Nerang Centre, Vietnam Veterans' Federation Queensland, since 2011. Volunteer Driver, Volunteering Gold Coast, 2008.



Dr Robert Ward SMITH, 9 Barossa Place, Launceston Tas 7250 For service to the community of Tasmania, and to migrants. Service includes: Church Missionary Society: Member and Volunteer, Tasmania and in Tanzania, since 1957. Member, National Council, 1993-2000. Member, State Council, 1993-2006. Undertook a range of roles including provision of volunteer service, Hospital at Mvumi, 1988-1989 and 1992-1993. Delivered a pioneering primary health care program focusing on teaching nutrition and preventive health practices in remote villages around Dodoma, Tanzania, Save the Children Fund, 1965-1968. Coordinator of donated medical and other equipment for use overseas, current. Volunteer, repair and maintenance, historic bookstore and building, Launceston, 1997-2015. Volunteer cook, monthly 'Women's Breakfast', St Johns Church, Launceston, current. Parish member, St Leonards Parish Church, Launceston, and St Aidan's Church, Launceston 'for many years'. Principal Partner, Newstead Medical, 'for many years from 1969'. Liaison GP between the Division of General Practice North and the Regional Hospital Board, Launceston General Hospital, ‘circa 1995 for many years'. Visiting Lecturer, Australian Maritime College, Launceston, ‘for over 41 years’. Development of, and participation in, the medical component of the Ship Masters and First Mates, courses. Provider, medical services, Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, 'for many years'. Medical Practitioner, Tanzania, 1957-1968. Refugee Support: Provides Swahili interpreting at medical consultations, sourcing provisions and helping with driving, shopping and other essential requirements. Hospitality provider for visitors and international students, Worldview Centre for Intercultural Studies, St Leonards, current.



The late Mr Robert SPENCE, Late of Lake Haven NSW 2263 For service to the broadcast media, particularly as a country music presenter. Service includes: Broadcaster, Community Broadcasting Association of Australia, 'for many years'. Roles included: Founder and Presenter, 'Good Morning Country', 2000-2013, 2014. Founder and Presenter, 'Australia Countrywide', 1990's-2000. Founder and Presenter, 'Country Across Australia', prior to 1990's. Judge, Country Music Competitions, Independent Country Music Awards, Tamworth Music Festival, The Entrance Country Music Festival and Mildura Country Music Festival, 'for many years'. Awards and recognition includes: Inductee, Australian Country Music Broadcasters Hall of Fame, 2004. Inductee, Tamworth Broadcasters Hall of Fame, 2004. Recipient, Cedar Hat Award 'for Best Country Music Media Promotion and Personality', Kempsey Country Music Festival, 2004. Recipient, Achievement in Radio Award, Tamworth Music Festival, 1996.

Mrs Elaine Helen SPRING, 173 Mitchell Parade, Mollymook Beach NSW 2539 For service to the community of the Sapphire Coast. Service includes: Co-Founding Member, Mollymook Group, The Embroiderers' Guild of New South Wales, 1991 and Member, since 1987. Member, Milton Ulladulla Spinners and Weavers, ongoing. Red Cross and Telecross Volunteer, Milton and Ulladulla region, Australian Red Cross, since 1996. Member, Ladies Auxiliary, Milton Show Society, since 1995 and Stewardess, Needlework Section, since 1995 and Member, since 1987. Member, St Martin's Anglican Church Ulladulla, since 1991 and assisted in creating 'Genesis' quilted wall hangings, 1994-1996. Trash and Treasure Shop Volunteer, Sarah Claydon Retirement Village, 1991-2014. Volunteer, Friends of Stewart House (Wawilli), since 1970. District Commissioner, Pennant Hills Region, Girl Guides New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, 1978-1983. Volunteer Driver, Milton and Ulladulla Meals on Wheels, 1992-2014. Teacher, New South Wales Department of Education, 1950-1989.



Mr Charles Michael STEELE, 14 Boote Place, Spence ACT 2615 For service to the community through music. Service includes: Accompanist, 'The Brite Notes Choir Group' that performs at aged care facilities in the Canberra and South Eastern New South Wales Regions, 'for 20 years'. Former Keyboard Player, The Anglican Parish of St Barnabas, Charnwood, 'for more than 20 years'. Former Accompanist, The Lions Singers. :

Mr Ross Gregory STEWART, 64 Sinclair Crescent, Seymour Vic 3660 For service to veterans and their families. Service includes: President, Mitchell Sub-Branch, Vietnam Veterans Association of Australia, current. Founding Chairman, Vietnam Veterans Commemorative Walk Committee, since 2005. Senior Vice-President, Seymour Sub-Branch, Returned and Service League of Australia, current.

Mr Carl David STRACHAN, 257 Beaconsfield Parade, Middle Park Vic 3206 For service to the community through social welfare organisations. Service includes: Windermere Child and Family Services: Chairman, 2004-2015. Board of Management Member, since 2000. Chief Fundraiser, since 1990s. Founded and funded Windermere's Achievers program, 2010-2012. Co-Founder, Kids becoming Champions program, 2003-2008. Supporter, since 1995. Member, Richmond Football Club, 'for many years'. Founding Chair, Embryonic Stem Cells International, 2000-2009. Advisory Board Member, Institute for Reproduction and Development, 1990-2005.



Mrs Edna May STRIDE, 2 Short Street, Nambucca Heads NSW 2448 For service to the community of the Nambucca Valley. Service includes: President, Macksville Branch, War Widows Guild of Australia, 2001-2010 and Coordinator, since 2010 and Member, since 1991. President, Illawong Retirement Village, 'for 33 years' and Director, 'for 35 years'. Member, Riverside Gardens Retirement Village Auxiliary and Nambucca Heads Senior Citizens Centre. Patron, Nambucca Valley Branch, Australian Red Cross, since 1990. Patron and supporter, Nambucca Heads Surf Life Saving Club. President, Nambucca Heads Branch, Rotary Australia, 1999-2000 and Member since,1990. Chair, Nambucca Shire Community Services. Vice-President, Nambucca Historical Society, 'for 15 years' and Member, 'over 30 years'. Vice-President, Gordon Park Rainforest Committee, 'for many years' and Member, 'for 30 years'. Member of a range of community committees and associations including the: Nambucca Heads Entertainment Centre, 'for 19 years'. U3A Nambucca Valley Association. Public Halls Association. Nambucca Heads High School Stadium. Macksville Recreation Centre. Chairperson, Nambucca Valley Tourist Association, 1985-2004. Nambucca Valley Sports Foundation. President, P and C, Nambucca Heads Public School, 'for 18 years'. Deputy Mayor, Nambucca Shire Council, 'for 12 years' and Councillor, 1985-2004. Chairperson, College Committee, Macksville College of TAFE, 'for 10 years'. Justice of the Peace, since 1986. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, North Coast New South Wales Outstanding Contribution to Regional Tourism by an Individual, 2001.



Mrs Margaret Mary SULLIVAN, 'Cowilden', RMB 231, Holt Rock WA 6355 For service to women, and to the community. Service includes: Associated Country Women of the World: President, South Pacific Area, since 2013. Board member, London, since 2013 and Life Member, since 1984. Country Women's Association of Western Australia State: President, 2003-2006 and State Management Committee, 2010-2012. International Officer, 2001-2003 and State Council Member 1997-2000. Cultural Organiser, 2006-2007. Regional: President, Central Great Southern Division, 1997-2000. Vice-President, 1994-1996. International Officer, 2000-2001. Local: President, East Wheatbelt Country Women's Association, current. Member since 1960. Catholic Church: Special Minister, Lake Grace Catholic Church and Member, Parish Pastoral Council, 'for many years'. Parish Delegate to the Pastoral Council based in Bunbury, Western Australia. Member, National Executive, Catholic Women’s League of Australia, 2008-2011. Instigated the building of a wall of remembrance for the enlisted people of the area, Shire of Kulin, 2013. Facilitator, Anzac Service, annually. Member, Organising Committee, 'Farmer on your Plate', Farming Champions, 2013.



Mr Allen Michael SUNDHOLM, NSW For service to conservation and the environment. Service includes: Significant role in saving three million hectares of bushland from clearing, southern Western Australia, 1980-1985. Discovered, or co-discovered, over 30 species of beetles, including 4 species of Buprestidae and a new genus of Cerambycidae, that have been named in his honour. Photographer, Native Flora and Fauna. Foundation Member, The Society for Insect Studies, 'for many years'. Member, Entomological Society of Victoria, 'for many years'. Member, Entomological Society of Queensland, 'for many years'.



The late Mr Alan Charles SUTHERLAND, Late of, Shepparton Vic 3630 For service to the community of Shepparton. Service includes: Shepparton Swans Football Netball Club: Life Member, since 2014. Club Delegate to League, 2001-2008. Vice President, 1995. Committee Member, 2006-2008, 1986-1987 and 1973-1976. Chairman of Selectors, 1988-1990 and 1973-1976. Tribunal Advocate, 1988-1990. Seniors Team Manager, 1995-1996 and1973-1976; 3rds Coach, 1970-1972. Board Member, Goulburn Valley Football, 1998-2005 and 1993-1996. President, Men's Committee, Shepparton Park Bowls Club, 2013-2015. Chairman, Victorian Open Organising Committees, Bowls Victoria, 2011-2013. Member, Australian Open Bowls Championship Organising Committee. President, Goulburn Valley Football League, 1978-1984 and Life Member, since 1986. Non-playing coach, Invergordon Football Club, 1977; Coach, 1967-1969. Member, Personnel Committee, Shepparton District Scouts, 2007-2008. Chairman, Kidstown Adventure Playground, ‘for 4 years’ and Board Member, 1999-2005. Justice of the Peace, 1990-2015. Chairman, Goulburn Valley Regional Waste Management Group, 2002; Member, Audit Committee, 2003-2004. Board Member, Goulburn Valley Health, 1994-2004. Member, Mid Goulburn - Broken, Implementation Committee, 2002-2006. Member, Waterways Working Group, 2002-2006. Member, Broken River Management Committee, 1992-2002. Board Member, Goulburn Valley Water, 1995-1998. Chairman, Shepparton Water, 1991 and Board Member, 1986-1991. Councillor, City of Greater Shepparton, 1996-2002 and Deputy Mayor. President, Shepparton Shire, 1982-1983 and Councillor, 1978-1987.



Dr Jan SWINNEN, Strathfield NSW 2135 For service to medicine, particularly through international humanitarian roles. Service includes: Volunteer Doctor/Surgeon, Medicins Sans Frontieres, since 2011. Roles include: Rutshuru, Democratic Republic of Congo, 2013 (2 months) and 2011 (2 months), Hangu, Afghanistan/Pakistan Border, 2012 (1 month), Aden, Yemen, 2015 (1 month during Yemeni Civil War) and 2012 (1 month) and Gaza, Palestine, 2014 (1 month during Gaza-Israeli War). Vascular/Endovascular Surgeon, Westmead Hospital, since 1998. Clinical Lecturer, Westmead Clinical School, University of Sydney, since 2001.

Mr William John SWINSON, PO Box 12, Surrey Hills Vic 3127 For service to snow ski safety, and to engineering. Service includes: Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, PatrolQuip, since 1995. President, Australian Ski Patrol Association, 1987-1992. Second President, 1987-1992. Vice-President, 1985-1986. Secretary, 1982-1984. Vice-President, International Liaison, 1992-1997. Life Member, 1991. Captain, Mt Baw Baw Ski Patrol, 1975-1980. Ski Patroller, 1972-2003. Mt Baw Baw Representative, Australian Ski Patrol Association, ‘for several years’. Member, Mt Baw Baw Committee of Management, 'for several years'. Volunteer Ski Patroller, Mt Hotham and Mt Buller, 1966-1972. Managing Director, Jung Nominees, 1990-2013. Honorary Chairman and Fellow, Institution of Mechanical Engineers - Australian Branch, 'for many years'. Chairman, Victorian Branch, Australian Organisation for Quality, ‘for several years from 1996’ and Fellow, since 2013. Fellow, Engineers Australia, since 1995 and Member, since 1958 and IMechE Representative, Mechanical Board, 2006-2008. Chartered Engineer, since 1958.



Mr Jared William TALLENT, 8A Blyth Street, Broadview SA 5083 For service to sport as a gold medallist at the 2012 London Olympic Games. Gold Medallist and Olympic Champion, Men's 50km Walk, 2012 London Olympic Games Silver Medallist, 50km Walk, 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Bronze Medallist, 20km Walk, 2008 Beijing Olympic Games. Gold Medallist, 20km Walk, 2010 New Delhi Commonwealth Games. IAAF World Athletics Championships, 50km Walk medals: Silver 2015, Bronze 2013 and Silver 2011. First Australian to win two athletics medals at the same Olympics since Raelene Boyle (1972). Second Australian male to win three individual Olympic athletics medals since Stan Rowley (1900). Second Australian male to win two individual Olympic athletics medals at single Games since Edwin Flack (1896). Other Australian Institute of Sport Scholarship holder 2003-13. NSW Cancer Council Ambassador, 2012.

Mr John Michael TAPLIN, PO Box 2135, Woolooware NSW 2230 For service to the community of Cronulla through charitable organisations. Service includes: Rainbow Club Australia Inc: Director, since 2008. Member, since 2003. Fundraiser and Events Manager, including the annual 'Christmas in July' fundraising functions, since 2012, annual Community Grant Applications, and the 'Murray Rose Malabar Magic Ocean Swim'. Head of Finance Committee, current. Assisted Pilgrimage Services Inc: Treasurer, since 2012. Involved in the establishment of the charity in 2012. Southern Sydney Therapy Centre (now Southern Sydney Trusted Care): Director, 1993-1997. Involved in arranging the lease of land, and grants to construct a multi-purpose centre at Miranda, now housing Southern Sydney Trusted Care. Supporter, Down Syndrome Association of New South Wales, 'for many years'. Age Manager and Committee Member, Wanda Nippers (JAG) Surf Life Saving Club, 1996 - 2004.



Mr Andrew Peter TAYLOR, Fitzroy Vic 3065 For service to youth through Scouting. Service includes: Assistant Chief Commissioner, (Marketing and Communications), Scouts Victoria, since 2014. National Advisor on Performing Arts, Scouts Australia, since 2013. Editor, Australian Scout magazine, 1993-2003 and since 2009 and Member, Editorial Committee, since 1972. Other Scouting roles: District Commissioner, Boroondara, 1997-2000. District Commissioner, Prahran , 1980-1983. District Scout Leader, Boroondara,1995-1997. District Scout Leader, Camberwell North, 1985. Group Leader, 1st Fitzroy, 2011-2014. Assistant Group Leader, 1st Balwyn, 2009-2011 and Scout Leader, 1992-1997 and Venturer Leader, 1987-1992. Scout Leader: 1st-2nd Fullarton, 2000-2008. 4th Caulfield, 1983-1986. 3rd Caulfield, 1971-1980. Various roles, including Director, Producer and Marketing Director, Camberwell Showtime, 1981-2016. Various roles, including Marketing Director, Melbourne Gang Show, 1975-1982.



Mr Graham Bruce TEEDE, PO Box 526, Bunbury WA 6231 For service to the building and construction industry. Service includes: Australian Institute of Building (AIB): National Vice-President, since 2014. President, Western Australian Chapter, 2013-2014 and 2009-2011. National Councillor, ongoing. Member, Governance Committee, 2012-2013. Chair, Membership Services, current. Chair, National Young Builders Alliance, current. Fellow, 2010. Member, since 2009. Associate Member, 2004. Tutor and Sessional Lecturer, Department of Construction Management, School of Built Environment, Curtin University, 2014-2015. Ministerial Appointee, Western Australian Building Services Board, current. Registered Building Practitioner and Chartered Building Professional. Professional service includes: Building Site Manager, FOCUS Building Company, since 2015. Owner, Graham Teede Building and Construction Services, since 2014. Site Manager, Pyramid Constructions WA, 2013. Site Manager and Manager, Northerly Group, South West Office, 2009-2012. Senior Site Manager, Arccon Design and Construction, 2005-2009. Site Manager and Construction Manager, Devaugh Pty Ltd Commercial Builders and Civil Engineering, 1994-2005. Building Site Manager, Western Mining Corporation, Mining, Building and Civil Engineering, 1981-1993.

Mr Daniel Aron TELLER, 547 Inkerman Road, Caulfield North Vic 3161 For service to aged persons, and to the community. Service includes: Volunteer, Melbourne Chevra Kadisha, since 2005. Director, Harlea Properties Pty Ltd, current. Director, Teller Group, since 1996. Director, Teller Automotive Group, since 1996.



Mrs Patricia Dawne THOMAS, 70 Gallipoli Street, Temora NSW 2666 For service to people with a disability. Service includes: President, Special Persons and Carers Group, since 1997. Member, Temora Home and Community Care Committee, 'for many years'. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Australia Day Award, Temora Shire Council, 2015. Recipient, Volunteer of the Year Award, Federal Minister for the Riverina, 2011.

Mr Richard THOMASON, 34 Coburg Street East, Cleveland Qld 4163 For service to community museums. Service includes: Redland Museum: Exhibitions Officer, since 2001. Secretary, Management Committee, 1983 - 2002. Volunteer, ongoing since 1979. Life Member, 1997. Chairman, Association of Australian Decorative and Fine Arts, Brisbane, 2012 - 2014 and Committee Member, since 1993. Member, Redlands Creative Alliance, current. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Cultural Award, Redland City Council, 2002.



Mr Larry Bryce THOMSON, 36 The Broadwaters, Tascott NSW 2250 For service to rugby union, and to education. Service includes: President, Central Coast Rugby Union, since 2007 and Publicity Officer, current and Board member, since 1998. Initiated and co-ordinated women's rugby in New South Wales Country, 1999-2016. Director, New South Wales Country Rugby Union, since 2011 and Chairperson, New South Wales Country Women's Rugby Union, since 2000. Managed women's representative teams, since 2000. President, Gosford Rugby Club, 1989-1997 and Secretary, 1991 and Committee member, since 1977. Player and Coach, 1992-2002 and Life member. Distinguished Long Service Award, Sport New South Wales, 2014 Head of Administration, Umina Campus, Brisbane Water Secondary College, 2008-2011. Teacher, 1986-2011. Indigenous School-Community Liaison, 1992-2010 . Sports Co-ordinator, 15 years; Casual Teacher for Norta Norta Program, 2001-2013. Teacher, Wyong High School, 1976-1985. Coach of male and female representative rugby teams up to state level, New South Wales Combined High Schools Sports Association, 1976-2011 and Selector, 'for 12 years'. Rugby Convenor, Brisbane Water Zone, Sydney North School Sports Association, 'for many years' and Rugby Convenor, Sydney North Region, 'for many years' and Life Member, Sydney North Region and New South Wales Combined High Schools (Rugby).



Mr John Winston TRAMBY, “Little Bumble”, Gurley NSW 2398 For service to local government, and to the community of Moree. Service includes: Moree Plains Shire Council: Mayor, 2004-2007. Councillor, since 1995. Volunteer Member, Gurley Bush Fire Brigade, 'for more than 50 years'. Volunteer, Moree State Emergency Service, current. Past Secretary, Gurley Progress Association and Past Member, 'for 30 years'. Past President, Upper North West Council, Returned and Services League of Australia, 'for 17 years' Member, Bellata Sub-Branch, Returned and Services League of Australia, 'for 40 years'. Member, Moree Sub-Branch, Returned and Services League of Australia, current. Life Member, Sydney Sub-Branch, Returned and Services League of Australia. Past President, Moree Sub-Branch, Vietnam Veterans' Association of Australia, 1982-1992. Past President, 1st Moree Scouts Association, 'no dates' and Patron, current. Patron, Gurley Pony Club, current. Patron, Moree Secondary College, current.



Dr Richard Lennard TRAVERS, PO Box 33171, Melbourne Vic 3004 For service to medical history, to medicine, and to the community. Service includes: President, Medical History Society of Australia, 1987-1989 (now known as the Australian New Zealand Society for the History of Medicine). Editorial Board Member, Bicentenary Bibliography of Australian Medicine, 1985-1988. Honorary Librarian, Australian Medical Association, Victorian Branch, 1985-1994 and Life Member. Former Member, History of Medicine Library Committee, Royal Australasian College of Physicians. Donor, Travers Collection of printed materials to the Rare Books Collection, Monash University Library, 1995-2015. Board Member, Library Board of Victoria, 1999-2002 and Member, Collections Committee, 1999-2002. President, Book Collectors' Society, Victorian Branch, 1990-1998. Rheumatologist, since 1979. Head, Rheumatology Unit, Western Hospital, Footscray, 1981-2008. Assistant Rheumatologist, Royal Melbourne Hospital, 1979-2005. President, Royal Melbourne Tennis Club, 1998-2000 and Member History and Library Publications committee, since 2001. President, Association of Monash Medical Graduates, 1983-1985 and Life Member,1997 and Founding Member, 1980. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Helen Moran Cup, Australian Rheumatism Association Victorian Branch 'for service to rheumatology', 2008.



The Honourable Ivan Barry TRAYLING, 11 Schooner Terrace, Paynesville Vic 3880 For service to the people and Parliament of Victoria. Service includes: Parliament of Victoria: Member for Melbourne Province, Victorian Legislative Council, 1972-1982. Committee Member, Conservation of Energy Resources, 1976-1982. House Committee Member, 1976-1985. Shadow Minister for Local Government, 1973-1976. Deputy Chairman, Osteopathy, Chiropractic and Naturopath Committee, 1973-1973. Mayor, City of St Kilda, 1971-1972 and Councillor, 1967-1973 and Chairman, Library Sub-Committee, 1969-1972. Member, St Kilda West Branch, Australian Labor Party, 1964.



Mrs Deirdre Margaret TUCK, 6 Rowan Court, Taroona Tas 7053 For service to medical research organisations, and to oncology nursing. Service includes: Medical Research service includes: Honorary appointment, Adjunct Researcher, Menzies Research Institute, University of Tasmania, current. Secretary, Tasmanian Haematology Immunology and Neoplasia Group (Thing), since 1994. Honorary Coordinator, Medical and Research Conferences, Tasmania, 'for over 30 years'. Promotion, Medical Research Week, 'for several years in the 1980s and 1990s'. Project Officer, Palliative and End of Life Care National Project, Calvary Health Tasmania (CHCT), 2007-2008 and since 2013. Community health service includes: President, David Collins Leukaemia Foundation of Tasmania, since 2011 and Secretary, 2004-2007 and Committee Member, 2007-2011. Past Management Committee Member, Early Support for Parents (ESP) program, 1984-2015. Professional service includes: Data Manager/Nurse, Haemophilia Treatment Service, Royal Hobart Hospital, since 2009. Clinical Nurse Manager, Gibson Unit, St John's Hospital, Tasmania (CHCT), 2005-2011. Registered Nurse, since 1975. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Spirit of Calvary Award, 2015. Recipient, Florence Nightingale Trust Grant, 2010.



Mr Paul William TYSON, 9 Shakespeare Avenue, Plympton Park SA 5038 For service to veterans and their families. Service includes: Returned and Services League of South Australia: State Branch Welfare Officer, 2010 - 2012. Fundraiser, ANZAC and Poppy appeals. Retuned and Services League of Australia - Plympton Glenelg Sub-Branch: Welfare Officer, since 2012. Organiser, Schools Remembrance competition, ongoing. Supporter of orphans in Vietnam, ongoing. State Chairman, Training Information Program, Department of Veterans Affairs, since 2015, and 2006 - 2009 and Veterans Health Week Program Coordinator, since 2010 and Men's Health Peer Educator, since 2010. State Representative, Army Medical Corps and Army Transport Corps Associations, 'no dates'. Secretary, Royal Australian Army Medical Corps Association, South Australia, current. Deputy Chairman, ANZAC Day Committee, 2009 - 2012 and Committee Member, since 2012. Initiator, Dusk Service, Defence Health Services Memorial, 2015.



Mr Ara VARTOUKIAN, Lane Cove NSW 2066 For service to music as a piano technician, and through support for the arts. Service includes: Founding Director and Concert Technician, Theme and Variations Piano Services, since 1985. Founder, Theme and Variations Foundation, since 2011. Lecturer, Piano Technology, Sydney Conservatorium of Music, 1980-1985. Founder, Piano Tuners and Technicians Guild, 1983-1987 and Member, Examination Committee, current. Piano Preparation/Financial Assistance, Sydney International Piano Competition, 2000, 2004, 2008, 2012. Supporter of a range of music festivals including: The Sydney Festival. Australian Festival of Chamber Music. Canberra International Music Festival. Hunter Valley Music Festival Member, New South Wales Branch, Australasian Piano Tuners and Technicians Association, current.



Mr Lionel Percy VEALE, 3 Lorraine Street, Molendinar Qld 4214 For service to the community of the Gold Coast. Service includes: President, Gold Coast Regional Council, St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland, 1970-1975. President; Treasurer, Southport Branch, Australian Postal Institute, 'for 20 years'. President, Teachers Social Bowls Club, 1988. Member, Banana Blenders Choir, current (now known as 'the Blenders'). Member, Gold Coast City Choir, current. Member, Armidale Cathedral Choir, current. Member, Gold Coast Division, Australian-American Association, current. Member, Rabaul and Montevideo Maru Society, current. Member, Australian Commando Association; Papua New Guinea Association and Royal Australian Signals Association, Victoria, 'no dates'. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Community Service Award, Gold Coast City Council, 2011. Recipient, Life-time Pin, Gold Coast Honour Award, Gold Coast Bulletin, 2008. Recipient, Commonwealth Recognition Award for Senior Australians, Department of Health and Ageing, 2000.



Mr Anthony Michael VILLA, 87 Byamee Street, Dapto NSW 2530 For service to the community of the Illawarra. Service includes: Treasurer, Central Illawarra Region, St Vincent de Paul Society, since 2010 and President, 2003-2007. Treasurer, Dapto St John's Conference, St Vincent de Paul Society, 2000-2013 and Member, since 1963. Mentor, Illawarra High School Support Program, Warilla High School and St Vincent de Paul Society, 'for four years'. Board Member, Illawarra District Rugby League Club Ltd, 'for 10 years' and Life Member. Referee and Administrator, Illawarra Division Rugby League, 'for 10 years'. Congregant, St John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 'for 55 years'. Justice of the Peace, since 1962.

Mr Ernie Chester WALKER, 'Forest Lodge', 100 Westwood Track, Penrose NSW 2579 For service to veterans through the Rats of Tobruk Association of New South Wales. Service includes: Vice-President, New South Wales Branch - Rats of Tobruk Association, 2010 - 2015. Member, 2/1st Pioneer Battalion, serving in Tobruk, 1941, New Guinea (Kokoda), 1942 - 1943 and 1945. Teacher, Horse Riding and Show Jumping, Penrose, 1982-2000. Committee Member, New South Wales Agricultural Show Societies, 1960-1982.



Mrs Sandra Alyson WALLIS, 980 Bedford Street, Mount Helena WA 6082 For service to business and commerce in Western Australia. Service includes: Swan Chamber of Commerce (formerly Midland and Districts Chamber of Commerce and Industry): Special Projects Coordinator, since 2015. Chief Executive Officer, 1989-2015. Founder, Junior Swan Chamber of Commerce, 2012. Involved with a number of boards, local associations and groups, including: Midland Central. Town Centre Promotions. Midland Festival. Midland Alive and Working Steering Group. Swan Regional Business Enterprise Centre. Combined Small Business Association. Polytechnic West. North East Metropolitan Regional Council. Schools Industry Training Association. Assisted with establishment of the Midland Redevelopment Authority (now the Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority), 2000. Committee Member, Perth Darwin Highway Advocacy Group, 'no dates'.



Mr Peter Anthony WALSH, 17 Jervois Street, Glenelg North SA 5045 For service to the broadcast media, and to the community. Service includes: Commentator, ABC Radio Grandstand, 1985-2015. Has called over 2000 National Basketball League and Women's National Basketball League games, over 1300 Australian Football League, Victorian Football League and South Australian Football League games, as well as covering numerous Olympic Games (six), Paralympic Games (three) and Commonwealth Games (six), and Australian Cricket tours, and a range of other sports including tennis, yachting, hockey, cycling, swimming, weightlifting and rowing. Commenced working with the ABC in a part-time capacity in 1978. Journalist, The Ballarat Courier Newspaper, 1975. Ambassador, Prostate Cancer Foundation, since 2010 and Fundraiser and Supporter. Supporter, McGrath Foundation, ongoing. Awards and recognition includes: Inducted, Tasmanian Football League Hall of Fame, 2010. Inducted, 'Legends Club', St Patrick's College, Ballarat, 'no dates' (as a former student of the college was recognised for his contribution to sport with the ABC).



Mrs Marjorie Faye WASTELL, 32 Bluegum Boulevard, Banora Point NSW 2486 For service to hockey, and to the community. Service includes: Brisbane Women's Hockey Association: Life Member. Vice-President, 1975. Honorary Secretary, 1977-1988 and 1963-1973. Executive Member, 1966-1988. Delegate, Queensland Women's Sports Council (QWASC), 1981-1981 and 1968-1971. Delegate, Queensland Women's Hockey Association, 1977-1979 and 1968-1973. Member, Golden Oldies Committee, 1999. Member, Constitution Committee, Queensland Women's Hockey Association, 1977-1979. President, Ascot Women's Hockey Club, 'for 20 years', and served in administration and coaching positions between 1960s-1980s and Life Member. Member, Neptune's Hockey Club, 'for many years'. Honorary Secretary, Neptune's Ladies Life Saving Club, 1977-1979 and Honorary Treasurer, 1980-1990 and volunteer, 'for many years'. Volunteer, Tweed Council Library, since the late 1980s.



Mr John Andrew WAUCHOPE, Mount Macedon Vic 3441 For service to the insurance industry, and to the community. Service includes: Chairman, Recoveries Corporation Group Ltd (formerly Insurance Recoveries Australia), since 2007. Chairman, Mason Black Lawyers, since 2007. Director/Principal, BRM Risk Management Pty Ltd, since 2009. Member, Australia and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (formerly Australian Insurance Institute), current. Chair, Victorian Branch, Australian Insurance Association, 1985-1989. Chair, Regional Advisory Panel, Victoria, Insurance Council of Australia, 1984-1988. President, Macedon Ranges Health, since 2008 and Board Member, since 2006. Board Director/Deputy Chairman, Western Water, 1994-2005. Member, Macedon Regional Park Advisory Committee, Parks Victoria, 1995-2005. Board Member, Country Fire Authority Victoria, 1986-1994. Councillor, City of Camberwell Council, 1988-1995. Commissioner, Eastern Area, Melbourne and Metropolitan Board of Works, 1988-1992.



Mrs Daphne Joan WEBSTER, 55 Toowoomba Road, Oakey Qld 4401 For service to the communities of Oakey and Toowoomba. Service includes: Oakey Uniting Church: Lay Preacher, since 1990. Lay Presider of the Sacraments, since 2012. Elder, current. Chair, Oakey and District Church Council, 'for 5 years' and Treasurer, 1986-1988 inclusive. Choir Co-ordinator, current and Organist, since 2004. President, Women's Fellowship, 2004-2011 and Vice-President, 'for several years' and Treasurer, 1992-1999 and Member, since 1992. Conductor, Oakey Combined Churches Choir, since 1995 and Member, since 1983. President, Oakey and District Arts Council, 2009-2012 and since 2014 and Vice-President, 2007-2008 and Member, since 1995. Membership Secretary, Toowoomba Choral Society, since 1990 and Choir Marshall, since 1989 and Chairperson, Production Committee, 1985-1986 and Member, since 1983 and 1968-1970 and Life Member. Choir Co-ordinator, CWA House (aged care facility), since 2006. Training Consultant, Darling Down Region, Guides Queensland, since 2012 and Region Leader, 2007-2012 and District Leader for Oakey, 1997- 2007 and Guide Leader, 1982-1987. Recipient, District Governor Distinguished Service Award, Oakey Lions Club, 2012 and Member, current. Volunteer, Oakey Centre, St Vincent de Paul, 2005-2012. President, Lady Golfers, Oakey Golf Club, 'for 5 years' and since 1992 has served in various roles including Treasurer, Secretary and Vice-President. Justice of the Peace, since 1981. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Regional Citizen of the Year Award, Toowoomba Regional Council, 2014. Recipient, Oakey District Administration Award, 2009 and Member, Australia Day Committee, 2002-2012. Recipient, Jondaryan Shire Cultural Award, (Australia Day), 2006.



Dr Gerrit Jan WESTERINK, Carlingford NSW 2118 For service to medicine, particularly in the field of psychiatry. Service includes: St John of God Hospital - Richmond, New South Wales: Co-Founder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Unit, 1994. Staff Specialist, since 2006. Clinical Director and Medical Superintendent; Clinical Director of Trauma Unit, 1993-2003. Clinical Lecturer, Discipline of Psychiatry, University of Sydney Medical School, 1977-2003. Inaugural Director, Banks House, Bankstown Hospital, 1977-1981. Cumberland Hospital - Parramatta, New South Wales: Director of Training and Clinical Supervisor, 1981-1986. Medical Superintendent and Director of Medical Services, 1986-1993. Director, Blacktown Mental Health Community Team, 1970-1977 and 1981-1993. Served on hearings for the New South Wales Medical Board, since 1990. Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists: Member, 1966-1979. Fellow, since 1979. Past Examiner, Specialist Examination.



Mr Geoffrey Stephen WHARTON, Tolga Qld 4882 For service to history preservation, and to Indigenous communities . Service includes: Consultant Historian and Community Relations Specialist, Brisbane and Weipa in Far North Queensland, since 1998. Conducted voluntary ethnobiological field work, historical research and photography for the Thaynakwith People of Western Cape York Peninsula, 1988-2007 - (This work contributed to the book Thanakupi's Guide to Language & Culture: a Thaynakwith Dictionary, by the late Thancoupie Gloria Fletcher, 2007). Field work and documentation, Mapoon community history and heritage for the Mapoon community, since 1983, including design of a war memorial for Indigenous service at Mapoon in 2010. Provided advice to the Mapoon Aboriginal Shire Council and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands (Canberra) for the design and establishment of the First Contact Memorial (commemorating the first recorded contact between indigenous Australians and Europeans, who sailed on the Dutch East India Company vessel Duyfken) at Mapoon, 2006 to 2013. Contribution of two biographical articles to the Australian Dictionary of Biography. Field work and documentation of Napranum community history for the Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council and its predecessors, since 1983, including design of a war memorial for Indigenous service at Napranum, 2013- 2014. Mapping of the Napranum Old Cemetery and re-establishment of a burial register, 2010. Established the Cape York Collection in the Public Library at Weipa (an assembly of archives, books, ephemera, journals, maps, newspapers, photographs and reports relating to the Cape York Peninsula region), 1980. Indigenous Affairs Community Relations Advisor, Alcan South Pacific Pty Ltd, 1998-2005. Author, a range of articles and papers on aspects of Cape York Peninsula history, since 1985, including 'A river with bush: the Pennefather River, Cape York Peninsula', Queensland History Journal, Volume 21, no. 2 (August 2010), pp. 127-143; 'Napranum / Weipa During Wartime: a brief history compiled to commemorate the official opening of the Napranum War Memorial, 11 June 2014', Napranum Aboriginal Shire Council, 2014. Member, Cairns Historical Society, since 1985. Member, Queensland Branch, Professional Historians Association, since 1996. Member, The Royal Historical Society of Queensland, since 2005. Member, Scientific Studies / Expeditions Committee, The Royal Geographical Society of Queensland, 1991-2010.



The late Ms Bridget Mary WHELAN Late of Leichhardt NSW 2040 For service to community health as an advocate for people with cancer. Service includes: Consumer Advocate and Ambassador, Ovarian Cancer Australia, since 2010. Member of Working Group, National Action Plan for Ovarian Cancer Research, Australia and New Zealand Gynaecological Oncology Group, 2014-2016. Member, Executive Committee, Cancer Voices New South Wales, 2013-2016. Member, Grant Review Panel, Cancer Institute of NSW, 2013-2016. Member, Grant Review Panel, National Breast Cancer Foundation, 2014-2015. Member, Grant Review Panel, Cancer Council NSW, 2013. Chief of Staff and Senior Adviser, NSW Labor Party, 2007-2011. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Jeannie Ferris Cancer Australia Recognition Award, 2015. Recipient, Award for Excellence in Cancer Consumer Advocacy, Cancer Voices New South Wales, 2015.

Mrs Elizabeth Joanne WHITE, 48 Moyston Street, Carseldine Qld 4034 For service to netball. Service includes: Vice-Captain, Australian Netball Team, 1981-1982 and Player, 1980-1982. Netball Coach, Queensland Academy of Sport, 2001-2004. Captain, Queensland State Open Team, 1979-1983 and Coach, 1984-2002 and Player, 1973-1983. Coach, Brisbane North Cougars, since 2000. President, Valleys Netball Club, since 1989 and Coach Foundation Member, since 1974 and Life Member. Foundation and Life Member, Downey Park Netball Association, since 1974. Has held various roles with the Association including as President, Senior Vice-President and Coaching Convenor, 'no dates'. Life Member, Netball Queensland; High Performance Coach (National Level 3), 'no dates'. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Australian Sports Medal, 2000.



Dr Rosalie Judith WHITE, 9 Albert Street, Lithgow NSW 2790 For service to the community of Lithgow. Service includes: General Practitioner, Lithgow area, 1952-1990s. Visiting Medical Officer, Lithgow District Hospital, 'for many years' and President and Secretary, HMO Association, 'for several years'. Deputy Mayor, Lithgow Council, 'for 4 years' and Councillor, 1977-1991. Member, Lithgow Sub-branch of the Returned and Services League of Australia, 'no dates' and Member, 'for over 20 years'. President, Lithgow Legacy, 2001-2002 and Secretary, 2002-2003 and Enrolments and Pensions Officer, 2003-2004 and Member, since 1993. Member, Lithgow QUOTA, since 1953. Governor, 26K District, QUOTA International, 1958-1959. Recipient, Wanda Fray Award (equivalent to a Rotary Paul Harris Fellow). Member, Lithgow Red Cross, 'for many years' and Recipient, 60 Years’ Service Award, 'recently'. Recipient, Local Woman of the Year in Bathurst Electorate, 2014. President of the committee which converted a section of the Hopkins Institute into the first senior citizens club, 'no dates'. Member, Inaugural Committee, Sunnybank School for Mentally Handicapped Children, 'no dates'. Also involved with a range of committees including for the Tanderra and Cooinda Homes for the Aged and the ARP Sheltered Workshop, 'no dates'.



Dr David Cameron WILKINSON, Clarence Park SA 5034 For service to hyperbaric medicine. Service includes: Medical Director, Hyperbaric Medicine Unit, Royal Adelaide Hospital, since 1999 and Consultant Anaesthetist and Hyperbaric Physician, since 1998. Coordinator, Diving Emergency Services Hotline, since 1999. Fellow, Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, since 1997 and Executive Member, Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine Special Interest Group, since 2000. Past Secretary, Australian and New Zealand Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Group, 2001-2014. Education Officer and Censor, South Pacific Underwater Medical Society, since 2014. Fellow of Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society, (UHMS), 2013 and Member, International Membership Committee, since 2008. (pre-eminent international society based in the United States). Board Member, Divers Alert Network (DAN) Asia-Pacific, since 2009. Member, Australian Medical Association, since 2014.



Mrs Ellen Lorraine WILLIAMS, West Pennant Hills NSW 2125 For service to the community through a range of organisations. Service includes: Castle Hill Branch, Country Women's Association of New South Wales: Vice-President, since 2010. Publicity Officer, current. Cultural Officer, 2014. President, 2006-2010. Vice President, Nepean Branch, Country Women's Association of New South Wales, 2008-2010. Vice-President, Castle Hill Branch, Australian Red Cross, since 2013 and Member, since 2008. Honorary Chairperson, Fundraising Committee, Australian Cord Blood Bank Foundation (now known as Sydney Cord Blood Bank), 1998-2002. Nurse, Primary Care Clinic, Australian Consulate General, Shanghai, China, 1993-1997. Senior Policy Adviser, New South Wales Department of Health on secondment to the Minister for Health, Parliament of New South Wales, 1984-1986.



Mrs Nadine Florence WILLIAMS, 18 Hawker Avenue, Belair SA 5052 For service to the print media in South Australia. Service includes: 'The Advertiser', Adelaide: 1988-2009. Columnist and Senior Journalist, 1998-2009 and 1998-2005. Women's News Editor, 1993-2000. Editor, monthly lift-out, 'Looking Forward', 2005-2008. Chief reporter, 'Boomer' magazine, for readers over fifty, 'no dates'. Fundraiser and Initiator, 'Women who want to Eliminate Poverty', raising funds for United Nations Women Australia, 2014-2016. Officer of the Order of St Lazarus in Australia, since 2007 and Commander since 2016 and Special Events Co-ordinator, current. Member, Events Committee, State Library of South Australia, 2009-2010. Involved in the French Australian Community, South Australia, since 2002. Member, Lyceum Club Adelaide, since 2013 and Membership Officer, 2014-2015. Initiated and organised the inaugural, Mrs South Australia Quest, Crippled Children's Association, 1978-1980. Inaugural Organiser, for the national Mrs Australia Quest for children's charities, 1979. Author, 'From France with Love' a memoir, Penguin, 2007. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Archbishop of Adelaide Award, 2007. Recipient, Women and Media Coalition Award, South Australia, 2005. Recipient, Zonta Business Woman of Achievement, 2004. Recipient, Dame Roma Mitchell Media Award, 2000 and Finalist, 2002. Finalist, Justice Reporter of the Year, 2003. Recipient, Centenary Medal, 2001. Recipient, Positive Ageing Awards, Positive Media Images in the Year of Older Persons, 1999.



Mr George WILLIAMSON, 615/2A Herries Street, Toowoomba QLD 4350 For service to the community of Toowoomba. Service includes: Lions Club of Toowoomba West: Membership Chairman, since 2012. President, 1997-1998 and 1991-1992. Immediate Past President, 1998-1999. Secretary, 1968-1969 and 1972-1973. First Vice-President, 2010-2012. Assistant Treasurer, 1996-1997 and 1993-1994. Assistant Treasurer, 1996-1997 and 1993-1994. Director, 1973-1974 and 2007-2010. Bulletin Editor, 2000-2004 and 1963. Chairman, Race Day Committee, 1976-1981. Controller, Lions Club procession, Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, 'no dates'. As part of the Lions Club of Toowoomba West has been involved in accompanying children with Down Syndrome to the Lions Camp, Duckadang, since approx. 2005. Assists with the coordination of the annual Christmas Wonderland lights display and fundraising event, since approx. 2003. Member, since 1963. 50 Year Lions Monarch. Lions International Life Member, current. Recipient, Melvin Jones Fellow. Business service includes: Co-Founder, Downs Office Equipment, 1961-2001.



Mr Robert Charles WILSON, Fannie Bay NT 0820 For service to the construction industry in the Northern Territory. Service includes: General Manager, Territoria Civil, since 2013. General Manager, Northern Territory Macmahon Contracting Pty Ltd, 2005-2013. General Manager, Civil, for the Northern Territory (including Western Australia and Indonesia at various times), Henry Walker Eltin, 1995-2005 and employee, 1976-2005. Board Member and Member, Northern Territory Division, Minerals Council Australia, 'for many years' and Chair, Environmental Sub-committee, 'for approx. three years'. Board Member, Civil Contractors Federation - Northern Territory, 'for over 10 years' and Member, 'for approx. 20 years . National Board member, Civil Contractors Federation, 'for over 10 years'. Past Member, Charles Darwin University Foundation, 'no dates'. Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Civil Contractors Earth Award for the Best Civil Project in Australia, 2014 and 1996. Appointed first NT Companion, Engineers Australia, 'no dates'. Fellow, Australian Institute of Management, 'no dates'.

Mr Gregory Marshall WRAGG, 25 St Marks Close, Dingley Village Vic 3172 For service to the international community of Fiji. Service includes: President Elect, Rotary Club of Dingley Village, since 2015. Member, Rotary Club of Hampton and President, 2002-2004 and Program Chair, 2002-2003 and Foundation Chair, 1999-2000 and Treasurer, 1998-1999 and 1997-2014. Community Liaison Coordinator for Fiji, Rotary Australia World Community Service, current. Member, Membership and Marketing Committee, Rotary District 9810, 2011-2012 and 2008-2009. District International Advisor for Fiji, 'for a number of years'.



Mr David Eric WRIGHT, 1/74 Hellyar Drive, Wollongbar NSW 2477 For service to the community of Ballina. Service includes: Ballina Shire Council: Mayor, since 2012 and 1999-2001. Deputy Mayor, 2009-2010, 2007-2008, 1998-1999 and 1994-1997. Councillor, since 1987. Delegate to the Richmond River County Council, since 2008. Active Member, Wollongbar Progress Association, since 1988. Active Member, Alstonville and District Ratepayers and Citizens Association, 1987-2012. Founding Member, Alstonville Basketball Club, 1983-1999 and Past President, Treasurer, Coach, Timekeeper and Referee and Life Member. Teacher, Alstonville Public School, NSW Department of Education, since 1988 and Teacher, Lismore Demonstration School, 1972-1988 and Teacher, Captains Flat Public School, 1968-1972. Committee Member, Alstonville Adult Education/Ballina Region Community College, 1990-2010.



Mrs Robyn WRIGHT, 7 Ryley Close, Moruya NSW 2537 For service to the community of Moruya. Service includes: Country Women's Association of NSW: Delegate, Rural Doctors Network Medical Support Forum, current. Vice-President, 2009-2012. Acting State Secretary and Chair or Member, range of committees, 'for many years'. Secretary, Far South Coast Group, since 2008 and Past President and Vice-President. Secretary and Catering Officer, Moruya Branch, since 2005 and President, International Officer, Publicity Officer, 'for many years' and Member, since 1976. New South Wales Nurses and Midwives' Association: State Councillor, 1999-2003. National Delegate, 1999, 2001 and 2003. NSWNA Representative to ACTU Congress, 2000. Editorial Committee Member; Moruya District Hospital Delegate; Member, since 1995. Secretary, Moruya Branch NSWNA. Branch Delegate to several State Committees, retired 2014. Volunteer, Moruya Community Health, current. Chairman, Moruya Bowling and Recreation Club Ltd, current. Secretary, Moruya Women's Bowling Club, since 2011. President, RSL Women's Auxiliary, 2009-2011 and Vice President, 2007-2009 and Member, 2007-2014. Steward, Committee Member and Secretary, Eurobodalla Show Society, 1986-1991. Inaugural President, Moruya Ladies Lions Auxiliary, 'no dates' Secretary, Nippers, Moruya Surf Life Saving Club, and Branch Delegate to Zone, 'circa 1970s-1980s'. Vice-President, Moruya Women's Squash Club, 'no dates'. Publicity Officer, Moruya Women's Basketball, 'no dates' Member, Eurobodalla Shire Council Good Neighbour Programme, 'no dates' Awards and recognition includes: Recipient, Bega Electorate's Local Woman of the Year, from the Honourable Andrew James Constance MLA, 2015. Recipient, Australia Day Achievement Award, Eurobodalla Shire Council, 2011. Recipient, Ambulance Commendation for Courage (Community) Award, New South Wales Ambulance Service, 2010. Recipient, Outstanding Community Service Award, Liberal Party of NSW. Recipient, Country Women's Association of NSW, Long Service Bar, 1996 and Life membership, 2012.



Professor Prasad Kanaka YARLAGADDA, 6 Kintyre Street, Brookfield Qld 4069 For service to the Indian community in Queensland, and to engineering. Service includes: President, Federation of Indian Communities of Queensland, 2013-2015 and Vice-President, 2010-2013. Deputy Chair, International Science and Technology Science, Global Organisation for People of Indian Origin, Queensland, 2013-2015 and Life Member. Vice-President, Brisbane Chapter, Vedanta Centre of Sydney, 2005-2016. President, India Australia Society of Queensland, 2007-2010. Member, Interim Multicultural Community Reference Group, Queensland Government, since 2015. Involved in the establishment of the Tri Sister City Relationship between Brisbane, Hyderabad and Ipswich, 2010. Queensland University of Technology Professor in Smart Systems and Project Director: Airports of the Future, Science and Engineering Faculty, since 2005. Founding Chairperson, Cultural Diversity Committee and Equity Committee, 2000-2005. Associate Director, Centre for Built Environment Engineering and Research, 2004-2005. Associate Professor, 2003-2005. Director, Manufacturing Systems Engineering Research Concentration, 1999-2003. Lecturer, 1996-1998. Fellow, Engineers Australia, since 2002 and Member, National Committee of Mechatronics Engineering, 2005-2011. President, Global Congress of Manufacturing and Management Board Australia, 2004-2008. President, Society of Manufacturing Engineers, Queensland Chapter, 2000-2001 and Chairman, 1999 and Secretary, 1997-1998. Founding Member, Manufacturing Society of Australia, 1998. Executive Member, Australia and New Zealand Solar Energy Society, 2000-2002. Fellow, Institution of Engineers, India, since 2002. Fellow, World Academy of Manufacturing Materials Engineering, since 2007. Awards and recognition include: Recipient, Brisbane Times Multicultural Community Award, 2008. Recipient, Global Research Award, Global Congress of Manufacturing and Management Board Australia, 2004. Recipient, Outstanding Academic Contribution Award in Research and Scholarship, and Equity Award, Queensland University of Technology, 2001. Recipient, The Great Honorary Award, World Academy of Manufacturing and Material Engineering, 2012.



The late Mrs Patricia June YATES Late of Ulladulla NSW 2539 For service to the community through music. Service includes: Founding Director, Milton Ulladulla Entertainers (also known as 'The Entertainers'), from 1989 - circa 2015 and volunteer pianist and Committee Member. Player for 'Musical Hall' Concerts, 'for many years'. Volunteer pianist, playing for Physical Culture classes, 'for 30 years'. Volunteer pianist, playing for singing classes at St Mary's Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School, circa 1979.

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