Community recognition
We love to celebrate our graduates and community members who have been recognised for their achievements and contributions through both Curtin and community awards programs.
2023 Australia Day Honours
Seven of our graduates were recognised in the 2023 Australia Day Honours for their incredible work within their communities and beyond.
Computational Intelligence scientist Distinguished Professor Jie Lu (PhD 2000) is an IEEE Fellow, IFSA Fellow and Australian Laureate Fellow in AI. Jie was awarded an Order of Australia for her distinguished service to engineering and computer science, particularly through the research and development of artificial intelligence.
Order of Australia
The Order of Australia was instituted by Her Majesty The Queen on 24 February 1975 to recognise outstanding members of the Australian community at a national level.
40under40
The 40under40 Awards was established by Business News in 2002 to recognise and celebrate Western Australia’s 40 leading business entrepreneurs under the age of 40. The program recognises not only personal determination and commercial drive, but also philanthropic pursuits.
Honorary Doctorates
Curtin University’s Honorary Awards are prestigious honours intended to recognise individuals’ substantial achievements and contributions.
There are eight (8) Honorary Doctorates, each with a different focus but all of equal status:
- Honorary Doctor of Arts
- Honorary Doctor of Commerce
- Honorary Doctor of Engineering
- Honorary Doctor of Laws
- Honorary Doctor of Letters
- Honorary Doctor of Medicine
- Honorary Doctor of Science
- Honorary Doctor of the University
Alumni Awards
Showcasing and celebrating the phenomenal achievements of our graduates who are making a difference.
Do you know a graduate making remarkable things happen and pushing boundaries? Nominations are now open!
Award recipients
Order of Australia
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Distinguished Professor Jie Lu AO
For distinguished service to engineering and computer science, particularly through the research and development of artificial intelligence.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Dr Elizabeth Byrski AM
For significant service to tertiary education, and to literature. - Ms Heather Nancarrow AM
For significant service to education, and to the safety of women.
- Mrs Bess Nungarrayi Price AM
For significant service to the Parliament of the Northern Territory, and to the Indigenous community. - Ms Angela Ryder AM
For significant service to the Aboriginal communities of Western Australia.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Mrs Belinda Mason OAM
For service to the arts, and to human rights.
Honorary Doctorates
- Professor Deborah Terry
Honorary Doctor of the University
In recognition for her distinguished service to Australia’s university sector and her outstanding values-based leadership as Vice-Chancellor of Curtin University from 2014 to 2020. - Professor Sally Kift
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For her outstanding contribution to Australian higher education through her theory of transition pedagogy and its positive impact on the first-year experience and students’ long-term success. - Mr John Barrington
Honorary Doctor of Commerce
In recognition of his outstanding contribution to the commercial and arts sectors of Western Australia through exceptional leadership and service. - Colonel Pamela Melroy
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of her services to and leadership in space exploration and innovation across Australia and globally.
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Adjunct Professor Dennis Eggington AM
For significant service to the Indigenous community of Western Australia. - Mr Todd Harper AM
For significant service to cancer support programs, and to medical governance.
- Ms Carol Innes AM
For significant service to the Indigenous community of Western Australia.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Ms Annette Barton OAM
For service to occupational therapy. - Professor Donna Cross OAM
For service to youth mental health and wellbeing. - Ms Claire Eardley OAM
For service to youth, and to the community. - Ms Patricia Evatt OAM
For service to the community through a range of organisations. - Mr David Lavell OAM
For service to the community of Mundaring. - Mr Peter Lee OAM
For service to community housing initiatives, and to architecture. - Mr Barrymore Markham OAM
For service to the community, and to aviation. - Mrs Joan Peters OAM
For service to the performing arts, particularly to film. - Ms Michelle Scott OAM
For service to the community through social welfare organisations. - Mrs Jude van der Merwe OAM
For service to the visual arts through administrative roles.
40under40
- Adrian Munro, Richmond Wellbeing
- Bay Yeo, Exal Corporation
- Cian Brennan, Quantum Contract Solutions
- Frank Mitchell, Kardan Construction Wilco Electrical (WA)
- James Curtis, Football Futures Foundation
- Jaun Paul Rebola, St John of God Health Care
- Kasey Venter, Elite Compliance
- Kristen Turnbull, CoreData Group
- Kylah Morrison, METS Ignited Australia Ltd
- Michael Challenor, VitalTrace
- Michael Hayden, Maarli Services
- Dr Vanessa Rauland, ClimateClever
Honorary Doctorates
- Mr Charlie Bass
Honorary Doctor of Commerce
In recognition of his outstanding support of innovation and entrepreneurship as key drivers of the Western Australian economy. - Mr Ben Wyatt
Honorary Doctor of Commerce
For distinguished public service to the economy of Western Australia through exceptional financial management, and to Aboriginal people through land reform and equity initiatives. - Ms Libby Lyons
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For distinguished service to the social sciences through outstanding and influential advocacy for gender equality in the workplace, with impacts in Australia and internationally. - Mr Steve Scudamore
Honorary Doctor of the University
For his long-standing and significant contribution to Curtin University and the Western Australian community. - Mr Neil Warburton
Honorary Doctor of the University
For distinguished service to Curtin University and to the mining and resources sector, through outstanding leadership, advocacy and philanthropic support of mining education through scholarships funding.
- Ms Sue Wilson
Honorary Doctor of the University
In recognition of exceptional leadership and wise counsel to Curtin University and the community. - Mr Ben Wyatt
Honorary Doctor of Commerce
For distinguished public service to the economy of Western Australia through exceptional financial management, and to Aboriginal people through land reform and equity initiatives.
- Dr Janice Bell
Honorary Doctor of Medicine
In recognition of her outstanding contribution at state and national levels to the field of General Practice and medical workforce education and training and her service as inaugural Chair of the Curtin Medical School external advisory committee. - Professor Sandra Eades
Honorary Doctor of Medicine
In recognition of her outstanding contribution and distinguished service to medical research, indigenous health, and to professional organisations.
Order of Australia
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Professor Peter Leedman AO
For distinguished service to medicine, health and medical research as a physician-scientist, to professional societies, and to tertiary education.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Dr Brenda Hamlett AM
For significant service to youth through Guides. - Mr Basil Hanna AM
For significant service to children and families through a range of roles. - Ms Fiona Harris AM
For significant service to the finance, investment, resources and not-for-profit sectors.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Mr John Barrett-Lennard OAM
For service to art museum management and curatorial practice. - Dr Patricia Canning OAM
For service to the community, to nursing, and to aged care. - Adjunct Associate Professor Ruth Letts OAM
For service to nursing. - Ms Elsie Penny OAM
For service to Indigenous community health. - Mr Jamie Wallis OAM
For service to the mining sector, and to railway heritage.
Emergency Services Medal (ESM)
- Mr Allen Gale ESM
Honorary Doctorates
- Dr Jonathan Carapetis
Honorary Doctor of Medicine
In recognition of an outstanding contribution to the local, national and international field of medicine and healthcare. - Mr Peter Coleman
Honorary Doctor of Engineering
In recognition of five decades of service, leadership and commitment to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal peoples, and her contribution to establishing Aboriginal controlled community health organisations. - Ms Margaret Culbong
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of five decades of service, leadership and commitment to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal peoples, and her contribution to establishing Aboriginal controlled community health organisations. - Mr Steve Scudamore
Honorary Doctor of the University
For his long-standing and significant contribution to Curtin University and the Western Australian community. - Ms Sue Wilson
Honorary Doctor of the University
In recognition of exceptional leadership and wise counsel to Curtin University and the community. - Dr John Hewson AM
Honorary Doctor of Commerce
For distinguished service to business and economics, with exceptional contributions to Australian economic policy and the financial system in academia, business, government, politics and the media.
Order of Australia
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Mr Ronald Dullard AO
For distinguished service to education, local government and the community. - Mr Peter Hood AO
For distinguished service to business, commerce and the resource sector.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Dr Geoffrey Boughton AM
For significant service to engineering and professional bodies. - Mrs Sara David AM
For significant service to international humanitarian health programs. - Dr Ian Fairnie AM
For significant service to the community, and to veterinary and agricultural organisations. - Ms Cathi Moore AM
For significant service to young women and the community. - Ms Christine Simpson Stokes AM
For significant service to cultural organisations. - Emeritus Professor Vivian Sunderland AM
For significant service to education and pharmacy. - Mr Daniel Tucker AM
For significant service to mining and the Indigenous community.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Mrs Jahna Cedar OAM
For service to Western Australia’s Indigenous community. - Mr Leif Cocks OAM
For service to the conservation of endangered animals. - Mr Simon Cubitt OAM
For service to the southern Western Australian community. - Professor Diana Egerton-Warburton OAM
For service to emergency medicine. - Ms Kate Mulvany OAM
For service to the performing arts. - The Reverend Beth O’Neill OAM
For service to the Blackall community. - Mr Maxwell Page OAM
For service to the Western Australian performing arts. - Mr Craig Purdam OAM
For service to sports administration and physiotherapy. - Mrs Annette Reifler OAM
For service to community health. - Mr John Thornton OAM
For service to the performing arts and to the community.
Public Service Medal (PSM)
- Ms Pauline Bagdonavicius PSM
For service to outstanding public service through Western Australian advocacy roles. - Mrs Noelene Jennings PSM
For service to outstanding public service to Western Australian local government.
Australian Corrections Medal (ACM)
- Mr Samual Dinah ACM
For his role in protecting, rehabilitating and serving Indigenous offenders and the wider Western Australian community. - Mr Albert Torrens ACM
For outstanding service to Community Corrections with Aboriginal offenders in New South Wales.
Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC)
- Commander Bronwyn Ferrier CSM RAN CSC
For outstanding achievement in the management of occupational hygiene and environmental hazards.
40under40
- Amanda Walker, WA Homestay
- Andrew Erkins, Digit
- Briege Whitehead, White Spark Pictures
- Dayna Pool, The Healthy Strides Foundation
- James Koerting, Gold Fields Australia
- Leslie Delaforce, DreamSpark
- Rachael Ferguson, Synxsole
- Rafael Kimberley-Bowen, Sealz
- Samantha Hall, Spaces Alive
- Yvonne Power, Village Energy
Honorary Doctorates
- Mr Peter Bradford
Honorary Doctor of the University
For distinguished services to Curtin University through outstanding leadership, advocacy and philanthropic support of mining education at WASM and education broadly across Curtin through scholarship opportunities. - Ms Elizabeth Gaines
Honorary Doctor of Commerce
For outstanding leadership in the Western Australian business community as a pioneering female CEO, and of ongoing commitment to Curtin University. - Professor Andrew Holmes
Honorary Doctor of Science
For seminal and pioneering contributions to the fields of conjugated polymeric materials and biological chemistry and for inspirational leadership communicating science and the development of Australian science policy. - Mr Kerry Stokes AC
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of his significant and sustained commitment to child health research and to building a culture of philanthropy in Western Australia. - Mr Neil Warbuton
Honorary Doctor of the University
For distinguished service to Curtin University and to the mining and resources sector, through outstanding leadership, advocacy and philanthropic support of mining education through scholarships funding. - Mr Keith Spence
Honorary Doctor of Engineering
In recognition of his distinguished and significant service to the field of engineering, including a substantial record of contribution to the education, training and resources sectors in Australia. - Mr Edgar Basto
Honorary Doctor of Engineering
In recognition of an outstanding contribution to the global mining and resources sector, as an innovative engineer, successful manager and highly respected leader.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Jonathan Hronsky OAM
For service to the mining sector. - Dawn Gilchrist OAM
For service to regional communities. - Anthony Macri OAM
For service to aged welfare. - Brian Bourke OAM
For service to youth in Western Australia. - Maurice Swanson OAM
For service to community health.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Erin Lalor AM
For significant service to community health. - Joanna Barker AM
For significant service to medicine and to medical education. - John Barrington AM
For significant service to the community of Western Australia. - Deborah Karasinski AM
For significant service to people with disabilities and to the community of Western Australia. - Tara Brabazon AM
For significant service to education.
Australian Police Medal (APM)
- Kylie Simmonds APM
For dedicated commitment to the community of Western Australia and service to Western Australian Police Force. - Stuart Bartels APM
For outstanding service to the Western Australian community and service to Western Australian Police Force.
40under40
- Hannah Mann, Kimberley Pharmacy Services (Broome)
- Alicia Curtis, Alyceum
- Bianca Sandri, Urbanista
- Donna Edwards, Kinetic IT
- Jared Fitzclarence, KAW Engineering
- Jessica Ellison, Life Ready Physio – Perth
- Thomas Haines, Practice Insight
Honorary Doctorates
- Ms Pippin Drysdale
Honorary Doctor of Arts
In recognition of her outstanding contribution to the field of ceramic arts and developing the Western Australian arts community. - Mr Richard Goyder AO
Honorary Doctor of Commerce
In recognition of exceptional leadership in business and outstanding contributions to the Australian Community. - Ms Amanda Healy
Honorary Doctor of Commerce
In recognition of distinguished services to business and commerce as an outstanding businesswoman and social entrepreneur, with an exceptional contribution to empowering Aboriginal women through employment and leadership programs. - Ms Helen Corbett
Honorary Doctor of LawsIn recognition of outstanding contributions to the cause of justice for Indigenous peoples in Australia and throughout the world. - Mr William Bill Beament
Honorary Doctor of EngineeringIn recognition of distinguished service to the mining sector and mining education in Western Australia through outstanding leadership, advocacy and influence. - Mr Thomas Shannon
Honorary Doctor of EngineeringIn recognition for distinguished services to engineering through sustained innovation in the development of motion capture systems, with worldwide benefits in the health and life sciences, entertainment and engineering. - Mr Irving Tan Tiang Yew
Honorary Doctor of EngineeringIn recognition of distinguished services to engineering, advancing the discipline through visionary technological innovation and transformation, and university-industry collaboration. - Professor Anant Agarwal
Honorary Doctor of LettersIn recognition of his leadership role in providing access to high-quality education on a global scale. - Professor Sir Ian Diamond
Honorary Doctor of LettersIn recognition of outstanding service in social science and higher education and advanced international research collaboration in Western Australia. - Mr Terry Agnew
Honorary Doctor of the UniversityIn recognition of outstanding service to Curtin University that has enhanced the Faculty of Business and Law’s global standing; and for ongoing leadership within the Western Australian business community. - Mr Colin Barnett
Honorary Doctor of the UniversityIn recognition of important support provided, as Premier of Western Australia, for key Curtin University initiatives, and significantly improved services to the underprivileged and disadvantaged of our community. - Mr Colin Beckett
Honorary Doctor of the UniversityIn recognition of significant and extended service to Curtin University; and a substantial record of contribution to the education, energy, science and infrastructure sectors in Australia. - Professor Eric Charoux
Honorary Doctor of the UniversityIn recognition of furthering Curtin’s strategic aims as a global university through the successful establishment of the Charles Telfair Institute and its evolution into the Curtin Mauritius campus. - Mrs Odylle Charoux
Honorary Doctor of the UniversityIn recognition of furthering Curtin’s strategic aims as a global university through the successful establishment of the Charles Telfair Institute and its evolution into the Curtin Mauritius campus.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Elizabeth Pattison OAM
For service to the community through youth and social welfare projects. - David Flanagan OAM
For his significant contribution to higher education, mining, philanthropy and the community.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Susan Baker AM
For significant service to tertiary education in the visual and creative arts, particularly through advancing scholarship and research opportunities. - Anne Banks-McAllister AM
For significant service to women through roles advancing gender equality, particularly in local government. - Carol Buckley AM
For significant service to the Crown, and to public administration in Western Australia. - Margaret Nowak AM
For significant service to education in the disciplines of business studies and economics, and to community and charitable organisations. - Reece Waldock AM
For significant service to public administration, particularly to transport and infrastructure planning and development in Western Australia, and to the community. - Christian Hayes AM
For service to swimming. - Peter Brown AM
For service to education in Western Australia.
40under40
- Raleigh Finlayson, Saracen Mineral Holdings
- Matthew Felton, Glosswood
- Joanna Hos, Fringe World
- Nicholas Bodley, MTi Group
- Aymee Mastaglia, Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
- Daniel Morrison, Wungening Aboriginal Corporation
- Raymond Pecotic, Empire Financial Group
- Paula-Lee Pownall, Grubs Up
- Katherine Raynes-Goldie, Playup Perth
- Craig Saunders, Customised Projects and Custom Green
- Edward Serrano, Vekta Automation
- Jessica Pitt, Scope Training
- Claire Negus, Virtual Gaming Worlds
- Veena Mendez, Chevron Australia
- Tristan Clemons, University of Western Australia
Honorary Doctorates
- The Honourable Julia Gillard AC
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For her outstanding contribution to public life, particularly to education. - Mr Alan Dodge
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of his significant contribution to the arts in Western Australia, Australia and internationally, his mentorship, and his tireless advocacy and promotion of arts education and accessibility. - Mr Bill Tai
Honorary Doctor of the University
For service to building an entrepreneurial community at Curtin and globally. Inspiring, encouraging and backing early stage tech entrepreneurs. - Mr Brian Wall
Honorary Doctor of Science
This award acknowledges exemplary achievements in pharmacy and public health administration and education. It recognises major outcomes achieved in public health and health service improvement in Australia. - Ms Tania Constable
Honorary Doctor of Commerce
For service to public policy and Australia’s energy resources sector, and for her commitment to the role of carbon capture and storage in reducing global carbon emissions.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Trevor Gorey OAM
For service to the accountancy profession in Western Australia. - Francis Donovan OAM
For service to veterans and their families.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Helen Fairnie AM
For significant service to veterinary science and animal welfare as a clinician and educator, and as a mentor to women in the profession. - Linda Fazldeen AM
For significant service to women as an advocate for gender balance in business leadership, public administration and the community. - Wendy Jenkins AM
For significant service to literature as an author, editor and publisher, and to mentoring and developing Australia’s literary community.
40under40
- Adam Mitchell, Black Swan Theatre Company
- Andrew Whitehouse, Telethon Kids Institute UWA
- Nathan Hood, Carbon Group
- Nicholas Bodley, MTi Group
- Rhys Walker, Floveyor
Honorary Doctorates
- Ms Kate Mulvany
Honorary Doctor of Letters
Ms Kate Mulvany is a prolific, award-winning playwright, screenwriter, librettist and actor whose concerns have extended to social activism and defending the role of arts in society. - Professor Sir Ian Diamond
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition for his outstanding service in social science and higher education and advanced international research collaboration in Western Australia.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Nola Cecins OAM
For service to medicine, particularly in the field of pulmonary rehabilitation. - Sue Jenkins OAM
For service to medicine, particularly in the field of pulmonary rehabilitation. - Peter Walton OAM
For service to youth through Scouting, to student exchange programs, and to education.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Susan Stocklmayer AO
For distinguished service to science communication and education through the development of academic outreach programs and public awareness initiatives, both nationally and internationally.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Kerry Smith AM
For significant service to library and information sectors as an academic and researcher, and to professional organisations.
40under40
- James Coghill, Total Green Recycling
- James Hallam, Subcon Technologies
- Kim Tran, La Belle Peau
- Mark Kerns, Kern Health and Workscreen Medical
- Matthew Sivewright, Fencewright
- Rhys Kelly, QUBE Property Group
- Toby Gardner, KPMG
Honorary Doctorates
- Emeritus Professor Graeme Turner
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of his contribution to the fields of media studies and cultural studies internationally. - The Honourable Michael Kirby
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of his outstanding record of judicial service and his promotion of human rights in Australia and overseas. - Dr Vanessa Guthrie
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of her remarkable contribution to strengthening Australia’s resources industries in the areas of sustainability, technical innovation and policy leadership. - Professor Con Michael
Honorary Doctor of Science
For his outstanding contribution to medical research and education in Western Australia and for his support in the development of the Curtin Medical School.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Glen Chittleborough OAM
For service to chemical science, to conservation, and to community music. - Brian Hunt OAM
For service to surveying and mapping, and to the community of the Swan Valley. - Barry Tonkin OAM
For service to engineering through professional bodies, and to the community. - Geoffrey Simpson OAM
For service to veterans and their families, and to service groups.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- David Eiszele AO
For distinguished service to public administration in Western Australia, particularly to the electricity supply and natural gas sectors, to policy development and reform, and to eye-health research. - Therese Temby AO
For distinguished service to education, in leadership, administration, advocacy and policy development roles in the Catholic education sector, and to community health. - Deborah Terry AO, Vice-Chancellor of Curtin University
For distinguished service to education in the tertiary sector through senior administrative roles, as an academic and researcher in the field of psychology, and as a mentor.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Anthony Tate AM
For significant service to the community through senior roles in peak Jewish welfare, advocacy and sporting organisations, and to tertiary education. - Menno Henneveld AM
For significant service to engineering, particularly road transport infrastructure. - Neville Bassett AM
For significant service to the community, particularly through executive roles with the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia. - Sabina Shugg AM
For significant service to the mining industry through executive roles in the resources sector, and as a role model and mentor to women.
40under40
- Steven Durkin
- Mark Higgins, Electro Medical Group
- Liz Ritchie, Committee for Economic Development of Australia
- Kyra Bonney
- Jennifer Wakeman
- Brendan Cooley, International Maritime Services
- Andrea Hoskins, The Marketing Centre
Honorary Doctorates
- Professor Ellen Kraly
Honorary Doctor of the University
In recognition of exceptional service to the Noongar people and Curtin University in the repatriation of the Herbert Mayer Collection of Carrolup Artworks, Our heart coming home. - Hon Chief Justice Wayne Martin
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of exceptional contribution and ensuring greater access, transparency, compassion and human understanding to the administration of the law in Western Australia. - Emeritus Professor Michael McManus
Honorary Doctor of Science
For outstanding contributions to the science of human drug metabolism and exemplary leadership in the fields of science and higher education.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Sian White OAM
For service to international relations, particularly through tuberculosis prevention programs in the Pacific region. - Peter Harries OAM
For service to the media industry as a television entertainer and producer, and to the community. - Kay Danes OAM
For service to the community through promoting social justice and human rights. - Maureen Kelly OAM
For service to Indigenous communities in Western Australia.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Susan Ash AO
For distinguished service to the community, particularly in the area of social policy development, reform and implementation, and to the provision of services to people in need. - Michael Daube AO
For distinguished service to medicine, particularly in the area of public health policy and reform, through advisory roles with leading national and international organisations, and to youth. - Edward Wilkes AO
For distinguished service to the Indigenous community as a leading researcher in the area of public health and welfare, to youth in Western Australia, and to the provision of legal support services. - Peter Newman AO
For distinguished service to science education as an academic and researcher, through contributions to urban design and transport sustainability, and to the community.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Harry Phillips AM
For significant service to education, particularly in the fields of politics and civics.
40under40
- Scott Robinson, Jack in the Box
- Marissa Bechta, Cooper Partners Pty Ltd
- Kylee Schoonens, Fratelle Group
- John Bishop, PetRescue
- Jason Masters, Kuruma Marthudunera Aboriginal Corporation
- Irina Cattalini, Western Australian Council of Social Service
- David Goldsmith, Gold Style Homes
- Daniel Heredia, Hollywood Private Hospital
- Bruce Bairstow, LogiKal Projects Group
- Travis Bailey, South West Hospital Pharmacy
Honorary Doctorates
- Mr Malcolm McCusker
Honorary Doctor of the University
In recognition of distinguished contribution and outstanding achievements to the Western Australian community and to the University as a legal practitioner, philanthropist and Governor. - Mrs Tonya McCusker
Honorary Doctor of the University
In recognition of distinguished service to the University and the broader community in the fields of philanthropy, leadership and community well-being. - Mr George Jones
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of exceptional contribution to the mining industry and philanthropy in Western Australia. - Dr Frances Pinter
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of distinguished contribution to the publishing industry and exceptional record of service to professional and public life.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Jacques Rousset OAM
For service to youth, and to the community of Perth. - Patrick O’Neill OAM
For service to medicine in far north Queensland. - Karen Bailey OAM
For service to education, particularly through the promotion of the Indonesian language and culture.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Joy Anderson AM
For significant service to community health and education, particularly through the Australian Breastfeeding Association.
40under40
- Warrick Hazeldine, Cannings Purple
- Trinity File
- Tony Chong, Lavan Legal
- Michael Piu, St Patrick’s Community Support Centre
- Dien Tang, Diversus
- Benjamin Ciocca, Provincial Real Estate
- Benjamin Avila, Bioorganics Pty Ltd
- Andrew Whitehouse, University of Oxford
- William Beament, Northern Star Resources Limited
Honorary Doctorates
- Mr Garry Willinge
Honorary Doctor of the University
Recognised for his contribution to the Western Australian, the Australian and the international business, public sector and higher education communities. - Professor Jeanette Hacket
Honorary Doctor of the University
Recognised for her outstanding professional contribution to the people of Western Australia and for her leadership contribution to Curtin during her time in a number of senior management positions and, subsequently, as Vice-Chancellor from 2006 to 2013. - Dr Jim Gill
Honorary Doctor of the University
Recognised for his outstanding professional contribution to the people of Western Australia and for his leadership contribution to Curtin during his time as Chancellor. - Mr Andrew Mackenzie
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of his contribution to the discipline of geochemistry and for strategic leadership in the resources industry.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Kevin Trent OAM
For service to local government, and the community of South Perth through a range of ex-service and social welfare organisations.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Thomas Calma AO
For distinguished service to the Indigenous community as an advocate for human rights and social justice, through contributions to government policy and reform, and to cross-cultural understanding. - Rosemary Coates AO
For distinguished service to the community in the field of reproductive and sexual health through executive roles with national and international health organisations, and to medical education and research.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Brian Wright AM
For service to architecture through leadership roles in professional organisations and contributions to the establishment of standards for the education of architects and the practice of architecture. - Colleen Hayward AM
For service to tertiary education through administrative and research roles, to the advancement of the rights of Indigenous people, particularly in the areas of social welfare, law and justice and children’s health. - Jeanette Hacket AM, former Vice-Chancellor of Curtin University
For service to tertiary education administration at Curtin University, to the fostering of links with overseas institutions, and to the promotion of equitable educational services for regional communities. - Graeme Henderson AM
For service to maritime archaeology in Western Australia through the documentation and preservation of Australia’s underwater cultural heritage, to international professional associations, and to the community. - Trevor Parry AM
For service to paediatric medicine and to child health through the introduction of innovative development programs, the promotion of prevention and early intervention, and contributions to protection services.
40under40
- Tri Suseno, Akamai Management Group
- Timothy Brewer
- Stuart Strickland, Empired Ltd
- Stephen Gobby
- Rebecca Cody, Methodist Ladies College
- Paul Deuchar, UCME Media
- Marquis Pohla, Metrix Consulting
- Lindsay O’Sullivan, Freehills
- Leigh Hughes, Comverj
- Kieran Wong, CODA
- Agnes-Ann Vacca
- Adam Harry, Echelon Construction Group
Honorary Doctorates
- Mr Charles Morgan
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of his vision and commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Malcolm Hughes OAM
For service to veterans and their families through the Western Australian State Section of the Naval Association of Australia. - Ross Dowling OAM
For service to the hospitality and tourism industry, to education, and to the development of ecotourism.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- George Jones AM
For service to the mining industry, to Australia-China business relations, and through executive roles with a range of youth care and hearing science organisations. - David Dolan AM
For service to education as an academic and researcher, particularly in the area of culture and heritage in Western Australia, and to youth.
40under40
- Tanya Sim, Block Branding
- Stuart Diepeveen
- Sean Reid, The Breakwater
- Pankaj Pathak, Curtin University
- Natasha Di Ciano, Egami Style
- John Nicolaou
- Deborah Ambrosini, Grandbridge Ltd
- Clinton Heal, MelanomaWA
- Andrew Sullivan, GeersSullivan
Honorary Doctorates
- Madam Swee Hia Lim
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of her distinguished contribution to the field of nursing. - Professor Fiona Stanley
Honorary Doctor of Science
As Foundation Director of the Telethon Institute for Child Health Research, Professor Stanley has championed health and medical research and the importance of children and youth for Australia’s future.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Patricia Creevey OAM
For service to local government, and to the community of Mandurah. - Ian Murray OAM
For service to the community through a range of roles with sporting, social welfare and health-care organisations. - John Ryan OAM
For service in sport in Western Australia.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Robert Bell AM
For service and contemporary craft and design as a curator and advocate, and to the Art Gallery of Western Australia and the National Gallery of Australia. - John Cowdell AM
For service to the Parliament of Western Australia, to regional development, and to the community, particularly through contributions to history and heritage. - David Black AM
For service to education and to the social sciences, particularly through the promotion and preservation of the political and parliamentary history of Western Australia. - Robin Watts AM
For service to nursing through the development of nurse education, promotion of evidence-based health care and the establishment of ethical research standards. - Clive Robartson AM
For service to the community through local government and through the development of waste management systems. - Byron Lamont AM
For service to conservation and the environment, particularly Australian flora as an educator, researcher and author.
40under40
- Scott Robinson, Jack in the Box
- Lloyd Constantine
- Frank Letizia
- Emma Williamson, CODA Studio
- Diana Rigg, PLD Organisation
- Darren Berson, maXx Consulting Pty Ltd
- Bryan Pyne
Honorary Doctorates
- Gordon Martin
Honorary Doctor of the University
Recognised for providing outstanding corporate governance and business leadership to Curtin and to other organisations. - Mr Tom Calma
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of his distinguished contributions to Indigenous health and education. - Dr John O’Sullivan
Honorary Doctor of Science
For contributions to international radio astronomy and for the invention and development of high-speed wireless networking. - Professor Bryant Stokes
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of his distinguished contribution to the field of health care and for his ongoing contribution to health education and the medical profession. - Mr Arvind Jadhav
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For leadership and service to industry and for service to the broader community in the field of transformational leadership.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Linda Nixon OAM
For service to the community of the Busselton region through roles with health and aged care organisations, and to hockey. - Robert Weiland OAM
For service to education in Western Australia, particularly for children with special learning needs.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Ian Carter AM
For service to the community, particularly through Anglicare WA and through executive roles in a range of social justice and community organisations.
40under40
- Todd Mairs
- Scott Criddle, Decmil Group Limited
- Pankaj Oswal, Burrup Holdings Ltd
- Michael Lawson, Northerly Group Holdings Pty Ltd
- Geoffrey Reiser, Haeberlin Consulting
- David Egerton-Warburton
- Adam Zorzi, Livehire.me
- David Flanagan, Atlas Iron Limited
Honorary Doctorates
- Professor Guo Huadong
Honorary Doctor of Science
For contributions to the international development of radar remote sensing and for international leadership in research and higher education with the People’s Republic of China. - Mr Don Humphreys
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For distinguished service and advice to the University and for service to the broader community in the field of corporate governance and financial planning.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Jeanette Robertson OAM
For service to nursing and to the community through athletics, the Perth Zoo Docent Association and other voluntary roles.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Edgar Snell AM
For service to the visual arts as an academic, artist, commentator and administrator, to professional organisations, and as a mentor of young artists. - Carol Gaston AM
For service to the community, particularly through the health services planning and management sector in South Australia, to nursing education, and to humanitarian work in Australia and overseas.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Patricia Rhatigan AO
For service to rural and remote education, particularly through activities supporting Indigenous development and learning in the Kimberley region of Western Australia, and through Catholic, governmental, educational and representational roles at state and national levels.
40under40
- Sonya Smart, Catholic Homes Incorporated
- Norman Robinson, Sentinel Stockbroking Pty Ltd
- Miles Cue
- Matthew Sullivan, Roobix
- Greg Hutchinson, Sonic HealthPlus
- Georgiana Lenzo, Atlas Linen Service
- Adam Harry, Echelon Construction Group
Honorary Doctorates
- Dr Jim Ross
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of his distinguished career as a geoscientist and exceptional service to Curtin through his chairmanship of the Centre of Excellence in Mass Spectrometry and Earth Science Western Australia. - President (Professor) Lu Yongxiang
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of distinguished contribution to the development of fluid power transmission and leadership in the development of science and engineering in China.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Vyonne Geneve OAM
For service to the community through recording and preserving Art Deco architecture and art in Western Australia. - Wayne Belcher OAM
For service to the community, particularly through developing and promoting new initiatives in the aged care industry.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Lance Twomey AO, former Vice-Chancellor of Curtin University
For service to higher education as an administrator and academic, through promoting Australian tertiary education to the international market, and as a supporter of Indigenous, regional and multicultural education programs.
40under40
- Michael Anghie, Ernst & Young
- Lisa Hutchinson, Advance Physiotherapy Services Pty Ltd
- Leigh Junk, Brilliant Mining
- Fiona White-Hartig
- David Green, DG Global
- Damian Collins, Momentum Wealth
- Christian Lange, Condor Energy Services Limited
- Christopher Colbourne, Rio Tinto
- Carl Adams, KPMG
- Anthony Wilkes, Fergrove Vineyards Estate
- Angela Whittington, Kleenmaid Cannington
- Andrew Sharp, Properties, Facilities and Development (Curtin)
Honorary Doctorates
- Dr Ian Bernadt
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For his distinguished contribution to the Arts and his exceptional service to the community, from which the University continues to benefit. - Dr James Loh
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For distinguished service to the University in developing the international student market within Singapore and the wider region. - Emeritus Professor David Black
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For distinguished contribution to the branch of learning associated with history and politics, exceptional service to professional and public life, and the benefits these have brought to the University. - Emeritus Professor Lance Twomey
Honorary Doctor of Technology
Professor Lance Twomey has made an exceptional contribution to Curtin University of Technology and a tremendous contribution to the discipline of physiotherapy, both nationally and internationally, throughout his distinguished career.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Ifan Odwyn Jones OAM
For service to the mining and minerals industries, including research and education, to international trade, and to the community of Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Michael Lekias AM
For service to the Greek community through a range of business, cultural, sporting and welfare organisations, to local government, and to medicine.
40under40
- Paul Niardone, Professional Public Relations
- Mark Anderson, Fairbridge Western Australia Ltd
- Marcus Gilmore, MLG Realty
- Kimberley Brotherson, Pharmacy 777
- Ian Goodenough, House of Representatives (Federal Lower House)
- Hamish Jolly, AeM Group
- Edward Rigg, Argonaut Capital
- David Powell, Blueprint Planning Pty Ltd
- Anastasia Brotherson, Pharmacy 777 Bayswater
- Michael Malone
Honorary Doctorates
- Professor Reginald Malcolm McCulloch
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of Professor McCulloch’s outstanding international scientific career.
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Brian Coffey AM
For service to literature, particularly through the publication and promotion of the literary work of new writers.
40under40
- Todd Hutchison, PeopleRich
- Priya Cooper
- Matthew Sullivan, Roobix
- Maryanne Kelly, Argyle Diamonds
- Mark Stickells, Western Australian Energy Research Alliance
- Josephine Jennings
- Lachlan Henderson, St John of God Health Care
- Ian Junk, ACH Global
Honorary Doctorates
- His Excellency Lieutenant General John M Sanderson AC
Honorary Doctor of Technology
Recognised for advancing higher education within Western Australia. He has attended numerous official functions on campus and maintained a regular dialogue with Curtin’s Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor and other key academic staff on issues both specific to the University and those affecting higher education as a whole. - Right Honourable Dato Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi
Honorary Doctor of Technology
Recognised for his personal commitment to education and Curtin University of Technology’s long-standing and highly valued relationship with Malaysia. - Ms Hazel Hawke
Honorary Doctor of Letters
Awarded for service to public life and distinguished contribution to learning, demonstrated through strong advocacy for education, particularly for women’s and indigenous education; acting to raise the profile of education among adults; and for efforts to raise public awareness of barriers to indigenous education and indigenous issue within the community in general. - Hon John Cowdell
Honorary Doctor of the Technology
In recognition of exceptional contribution to professional and public life and to learning, through promoting the value of education and raising the profile of education within the community and amongst young people in particular; for his significant efforts in achieving the vision for the John Curtin Centre, and his continued involvement in and support of the John Curtin Centre and the John Curtin Prime Ministerial Library. - Professor Reginald Thomas Appleyard AM
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For Professor Reg Appleyard AM, in honour of his research and his willingness to put research at the service of society.
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Susan Stocklmayer AM
For service to science and to the community through the development of programs to raise public awareness of scientific ideas and issues and by encouraging young people, particularly girls, to enter the field. - Charles Watson AM
For service to public health and education as an administrator and educator, to neuroscience, particularly as a contributor to work on brain mapping, and to the community. - Laurie Hegvold AM
For service to architecture, particularly through educational and professional associations, and to the development of export opportunities for Australian educational services.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Leonard Davis AO
For service to the mining industry, to the finance sector, and to the community through promoting corporate social responsibility in Australia.
40under40
- Stephen Choo, Hay Group
- Selina Duncalf, P & N Bank
- Scott Robinson, Jack in the Box
- Rachel Cook, Bonfire Group
- Patrick Ng
- Gavin Burnett
- Fay Bahemia, Murdoch University
- Christopher Shenton, Joondalup Hospital Pharmacy
- Chris Farquhar, WiredCity Pty Ltd
- Brian Leedman, AusBiotech Ltd
- Bernadette Hooper, Seven Elements Consulting Company
- Darren Haunold, Wills Domain
Honorary Doctorates
- Mr Ian MacKenzie
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of his strong and consistent support of the University during his Chairmanship of BankWest and in her personal life, including his unstinting support of the Graduate School of Business Advisory Board, in the early, difficult years. - Datuk Kim Shin Lee
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of his outstanding contribution to the University and to the Malaysian community, and his tireless efforts to raise the profile of education at all levels within Malaysia and to emphasise the value of learning in society. - Mr Richard Fairfax Court
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For his outstanding contribution to education and to the community. It also honours his exceptional service to professional and public life in Western Australia and in particular for service to the indigenous community. - Mr Richard August Tastula
Honorary Doctor of Technology
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the University over an extended period in governance, and encouragement of innovation in mining engineering education.
Order of Australia
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Patrick McClure AO
For service to the community through the development of social capital policy initiatives, and in the delivery of programs addressing social justice, welfare support, health and employment generation issues.
40under40
- Vincent Smith, Ernst & Young
- Suzan Pervan
- Russell Barnett, Australian Venture Consultants Pty Ltd
- Peter Harold, Panoramic Resources Ltd
- Melissa Lekias, Magenta
- Mark Da Silva, Concept Marketing
- Lynette Margolius, City Centre Fitness Club
- Kevin Gallagher, Clough Limited
- Graeme and Kim Yukich, Oakover Estate Winery
- Andrew Ford, Ford and Doonan Air Conditioning
- Andrea Pearson, Andrea Pearson Cultured Pearls
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Peter Jeffery OAM
For service to the arts through a range of media-related activities including film and television education, filmmaking, assistance to emerging filmmakers, and to the community through the operation of community television.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- John Mackenzie AO
For service to microbiology research, particularly as a leading contributor in the understanding of the genetics, pathogenesis and public health implications of viruses, and to education.
40under40
- Tanya Stolk, Cake Box
- Michelle Saunders
- Marie Stoner, Clinical Cell Culture Ltd
- Justin Coppin, JGC Accounting & Financial Services
- Julie Beeck, Market Equity Pty Ltd
- John Van Der Wielen, St Andrew’s Insurance Pty Ltd
- Joanna Ammon, Taxi Council of WA Inc
- Jacqui Jordan, Jacqui Jordan Events
- Fiona Kalaf, Youth Focus
- Edwin Bollig, Bollig Design Group
- David Wartzki, Australian Reflections
- David Hogan, Scoop Magazines
- Catherine Turner, Jones Lang LaSalle
- Cameron Manifold, Advanced Well Technologies Pty Ltd
- Bruce Davis, InGlobo Private Equity
- Bradley Woods, Australian Hotels Association (WA Branch)
- Andrew Horabin, Ovations Edu-tainment
Honorary Doctorates
- Hon Dr Elsie Kay Hallahan
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For her strong and long-standing support of, and involvement in, the Health Sciences and Social Work at Curtin University of Technology; and her commitment to the improvement of the health and welfare of Western Australian communities. - Mr Toshitami Kaihara
Honorary Doctor of Letters
Awarded for outstanding contributions to the sister-state relationship between the Hyogo Prefecture of Japan and Western Australia; and to the many initiatives introduced or supported by Mr Kaihara as Governor of Hyogo Prefecture in which Curtin University of Technology has benefited. - Mr Simon Lee
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of hi continued association with the University and his commitment to developing Australia-Asia relations and commerce, and his support of numerous community projects and organizations.
- Mr Charles Henry (Harry) Perkins
Honorary Doctor of Technology
In recognition of his outstanding contributions to agribusinesss in Western Australia and to the University in his role as Chancellor.
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Bryant Stokes AM
For service to medicine, particularly in the field of neurosurgery, to the development and improvement of health-care standards in Australia, and to medical administration. - Jean Brodie-Hall AM
For service to conservation and the environment, particularly through the development of techniques for landscape planning in arid areas, and to professional development through the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Charles Perkins AO, former Chancellor of Curtin University
For service to primary industry, particularly as a leader and researcher in farm management practices and the new utilisation of grain, to tertiary education, and to the community.
Honorary Doctorates
- Mrs Ellen Jane Cox
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For significant contribution to the Curtin University of Technology Council and other important committees. - Ms Cheryl May Davenport
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For her contribution to women’s health, equity and social justice issues. - Mrs Elizabeth Heenan
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For significant contribution to the Curtin University of Technology Council and other important committees. - Tan Sri Datuk Amar Dr George Chan Hong Nam
Honorary Doctor of Technology
For distinguished contribution in establishing Curtin’s first international campus at Miri and community service to the Sarawak community.
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Reginald Appleyard AM
For service to education through the research and teaching of economic history, migration and population studies, and economics. - Clive Robartson AM
For service to local government, particularly through the City of Melville, and to the community through social welfare programmes and the Churches of Christ in Western Australia.
Honorary Doctorates
- Ms Ann Choo
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of distinguished contribution to the development of the physiotherapy profession in Singapore and long standing support offered to Curtin’s School of Physiotherapy. - Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Haji Abdul Taib Mahmud
Honorary Doctor of Technology - Mr Philip Michael Jeffery
Honorary Doctor of Technology
In recognition of his distinguished service in upholding the prestige of the Office of Governor in Western Australia, and distinguished contribution to Western Australia. - Dr Diana Lynn Allen
Honorary Doctor of Letters
- Mrs Patricia Bunny
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For distinguished contribution to the Muresk Institute of Agriculture and commitment to the Kojonup community.
- Dr Kun Pui Cheong
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of distinguished contribution to Curtin University of Technology and the development of the Marketing Institute in Singapore. - Mr Clive Deverall
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of his distinguished contribution to the branch of learning an leadership in the area of cancer control. - Ms Pantjiti Mary McLean
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For distinguished contribution to Art as a branch of learning and exceptional service to the community.
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Reginald Appleyard AM
For service to education through the research and teaching of economic history, migration and population studies, and economics. - Clive Robartson AM
For service to local government, particularly through the City of Melville, and to the community through social welfare programmes and the Churches of Christ in Western Australia.
Honorary Doctorates
- Dr Haruhisha Handa
Honorary Doctor of Letters
In recognition of his extensive contribution to education, scientific and allied research fields, hospitals and community activities. - Emeritus Professor Marcus Liveris
Honorary Doctor of Technology
In recognition of his extensive contribution to education, scientific and allied research fields, hospitals and community activities.
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Lesley Parker AM
For service to education, particularly through promoting gender equality in mathematics and science education. - Donald Watts AM, former Director of the Western Australian Institute of Technology
For service to the advancement of science in the field of chemistry, to tertiary education, and to policy development in education.
Honorary Doctorates
- Professor Michael Daube
Honorary Doctor of Science
For outstanding leadership and distinguished contribution to the discipline of Public Health. - Ms Joy Brann
Honorary Doctor of Science
For outstanding community service through the development and teaching of palliative care. - Mr Trevor Michael Gorey
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For distinguished leadership as Pro-Chancellor of the University and outstanding contribution to education, accounting and the business community. - Dr Carol Rudyard
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For leadership and inspiration in Australian art and her significant contribution to the development of art education at Curtin University of Technology. - Emeritus Professor John Edgar Maloney
Honorary Doctor of Technology
For distinguished contribution as Vice-Chancellor of the University and leadership in bringing the John Curtin Centre to reality.
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Jennifer Morris AM
For service to sport as a gold medallist at the Atlanta Olympic Games 1996.
Honorary Doctorates
- Ms Audrey Jackson
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For distinguished contribution to the Secondary School sector and as Pro-Chancellor of the University. - Mr Richard Malkin Bradley Reynolds
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For exceptional service to the legal aspects of statutes and regulations of universities and for serice as Pro-chancellor to the University. - Ms Miriam Stannage
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For leadership and inspiration in Australian art and her significant contribution to the development of art education at Curtin University of Technology. - Mr Michio Torii
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For his exceptional achievements and leadership in global business and marketing. - Hon Mr Justice Peter Frederick Brinsden
Honorary Doctor of Technology
For outstanding contribution to the legal and justice system in Australia and for leadership as Chancellor of the University from 1985 – 1990. - Mr Harry William Sorensen
Honorary Doctor of Technology - Dr Howard Hamilton Taylor
Honorary Doctor of Technology
For outstanding contribution to the visual culture of Australia.
Order of Australia
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Alan Barblett AO, former Chair of the Western Australian Institute of Technology
In recognition of service to the law, particularly as Deputy Chief Justice of the Family Court of Aust and former chairman of the National Legal Aid Advisory Committee.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Lance Twomey AO, former Vice-Chancellor of Curtin University
For service to education, particularly in the field of physiotherapy. - Peter Brinsden AM, former Chair of the Western Australian Institute of Technology and Chancellor of Curtin University of Technology
In recognition of service to law as a judge of the Supreme Court of WA and as President of the Australian Law Council and the Law Society of WA.
Companion of the Order of Australia (AC)
- Fiona Stanley AC
For service to maternal and child health research, particularly in peri-natal and infant problems, and for her contributions to improving Aboriginal and community health.
Honorary Doctorates
- Mr Leon Andrew Davis
Honorary Doctor of Science
For exceptional leadership and service to the mining industry and commitment to the development of mining operations in active partnership with Aboriginal people. - Dr Eric Gaychee Tan
Honorary Doctor of Science
For major contribution to medicine and to the advancement of surgery whilst also devoting his energies to community service and multicultural activities. - Dr Suebtrakul Soonthornthum
Honorary Doctor of Letters - Hon Mr Justice Henry Litton
Honorary Doctor of Letters - Mr Edmund William Barker
Honorary Doctor of Letters - Dr Richard Cleaver
Honorary Doctor of Letters - Mr Raymond F Johnson
Honorary Doctor of Letters - President Fidel Valdes Ramos
Honorary Doctor of Letters
Order of Australia
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Lynette Gillam OAM
In recognition for service to the community through the organisation, ‘Compassionate Friends’.
Honorary Doctorates
- Mr Ian F Burston
Honorary Doctor of Science - Mr Brian Clifford Edwards
Honorary Doctor of Science - Dr Roy M Green
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of the contribution made by Roy Montague Green both within the industry, community, and in particular his strong support and contribution to the University. - Dr Michael G Kailis
Honorary Doctor of Science
For the development and commercialisation of the marine resource industries in Australia and the region. His energy in developing major international activities directed to meeting the world’s food requirements is testament to his global contribution. - Dr Roger A G Vines
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of his contribution to industry, the community, and in particular to the contribution made to the University. - Dr Kay Chai Khoo
Honorary Doctor of Letters - Tan Sri Dato Dr Kok Wing Lim
Honorary Doctor of Letters
- Dato Ming Swee Tan
Honorary Doctor of Letters - Emeritus Professor John R de Laeter
Honorary Doctor of Technology
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Dr Cherry Joan Gertzel AM
In recognition of service to Australian/African relations as an educator, researcher and advisor to government and community air organisations.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Simon Lee AO
For service to the development of Australian-Asian trade relations and to the Chinese community.
Companion of the Order of Australia (AC)
- John Sanderson AC
For eminent service and exceptional performance of duty to the Australian Defence Force particularly as the Commander United Nations Transitional Authority in Cambodia.
Honorary Doctorates
- Dr Frank R Honey
Honorary Doctor of Science
In recognition of his contribution to the Curtin University of Technology and to the area of remote sensing. Conferred 6 April 1995. - Mrs Elizabeth A Churcher
Honorary Doctor of Letters
Order of Australia
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- Laurence Brodie-Hall AO
In recognition of service to mining.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Priya Cooper OAM
In recognition of service to sport as a gold medallist at the Paralympic Games, Barcelona 1992.
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Ian Burston AM
For service to the mining industry.
Companion of the Order of Australia (AC)
- Arvi Parbo AC
For service to the mining industry and to commerce.
Honorary Doctorates
- Mr Charles H Warman
Honorary Doctor of Science
For highly significant contribution through technical innovation relating to the science and practice of mechanical engineering. - Datuk Sin Bee Cheah
Honorary Doctor of Letters - Tan Sri Dato’ Kay Peng Khoo
Honorary Doctor of Letters
For recognition of his outstanding contribution to international business and in appreciation of his support for the University and his personal and professional association with Australia extending over many years. - Hon Malcolm John Bryce
Honorary Doctor of Technology
- Dr Colin Rex Joyner
Honorary Doctor of Technology
Order of Australia
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
- John de Laeter AO
In recognition of service to science education.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
- Brian Edwards OAM
In recognition of service to physiotherapy and legacy through a fundraising solo flight from England to Perth in a Tiger Moth.
Honorary Doctorates
- Tan Sri Dr Chin Tuan Tan
Honorary Doctor of Letters
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
- Eric Tan AM, former Chancellor of Curtin University
For service to international relations and to the community.
Honorary Doctorates
- Sir James Cruthers
Honorary Doctor of Letters
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
1988
- Joy Brann AM
In recognition of service to nursing, particularly in the field of hospice care. - Dolph Zink AM
For service to secondary industry and to the community.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
1989
- Halina Szunejko OAM
For service to education and to the Polish community.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
1989
- Malcolm Bryce AO
In recognition of service to the Western Australian Parliament.
Honorary Doctorates
1985
- Hon Mr Justice Alan J Barblett
Honorary Doctor of Technology
1986
- Emeritus Professor Elizabeth Jolley
Honorary Doctor of Technology
1987
- Professor Donald Walter Watts
Honorary Doctor of Technology
1988
- Sir Donald Payze Eckersley
Honorary Doctor of Technology
1989
- Sir Arvi Parbo
Honorary Doctor of Science - Dr Alec Francis Trendall
Honorary Doctor of Science
For distinguished contribution to the field of geology and his valuable involvement with WAIT and Curtin Research in this field for over twenty years.
1990
- Dr Francis Aubie Sharr
Honorary Doctor of Letters
Order of Australia
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
1983
- Richard Reynolds AM
For service to commerce.
Officer of the Order of Australia (AO)
1982
- Walter Neal AO
For service to education.
Honorary Doctorates
1980
- Dr Erica Underwood
Honorary Doctor of Technology
1981
- Dr Reginald C Buckett
Honorary Doctor of Technology - Dr Hayden Stanley Williams
Honorary Doctor of Technology
1982
- Sir Charles Court
Honorary Doctor of Technology - Dr Dolph W Zink
Honorary Doctor of Technology
1983
- Sir George Bedbrook
Honorary Doctor of Technology - Dr Walter Douglas Neal
Honorary Doctor of Technology
1984
- Dr Thomas S Ivankovich
Honorary Doctor of Technology
Honorary Doctorates
1976
- Dr Roy Haliday Henderson
Honorary Doctor of Technology
1978
- Sir Laurence Brodie-Hall
Honorary Doctor of Technology - Sir Wallace Kyle
Honorary Doctor of Technology
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