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| Evonne Cawley, MBE, AO |
International Tennis Champion
Evonne is one of Australia’s pre-eminent sporting legends. She dominated the tennis circuit during the 1970’s, winning Wimbeldon, the French Open and the British Hard Court Championships in the same year. In 1972 she was awarded an MBE, and the Order of Australia ten years later, following up with induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Today, Evonne actively facilitates Aboriginal access to sport through her Evonne Goolagong Cawley Trust, and works to increase female participation in tennis. |
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| Pru Goward MP |
Former Sex Discrimination Commissioner
Pru Goward, former Sex and Age Discrimination Commissioner and recipient of a Centenary Medal for services to journalism and women’s rights, is nominated as one of Australia’s top cultural and industrial relations influencers. Her speeches are published, she is author of A Business of Your Own, a study of success strategies for women in business, and has authored a biography of former Prime Minister, John Howard. Pru is described as an articulate and captivating presenter with a sharp intellect. |
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| Dr Karl Kruszelnicki |
Science commentator
Dr Karl makes you curious about things you didn’t know existed. It’s his enthusiasm and vast knowledge that makes you sit up and listen. And listen we do. every week to his many radio broadcasts, He makes regular television appearances on Seven’s Sunrise and The ABC's 'Sleek Geeks. His latest book 'Please Explain" is a hit. Audiences are fascinated at his ability to simpify the complex world of physics. A great entertainer. |
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| Sheree Marris |
Environmental Communicator and Ambassador
Sheree leverages on her wellspring of energy and personality to educate and empower people towards environmental conservation. The hallmark of her success is delivering information in a way that is fun, sexy and entertaining, making Sheree’s innovative work and conservation efforts well received by wide ranging audiences. She is the award winning author of four publications, and the recipient of numerous accolades including three Australian of the Year awards. Sheree is one of Australia’s most loved environmental champions. |
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| Glenn McGrath |
Cricketing legend and charity founder.
Glenn McGrath led a stellar cricketing career, winning 3 World Cups, taking countless wickets, swept up an Alan Border Medal and earned a reputation as Australia’s premier fast bowler in his stride. Described as a passionate and determined competitor, the focus of John’s life became the battle against breast cancer with wife, Jane, and the subsequent establishment of the McGrath Foundation. Sadly, Jane lost her life in 2008. Glenn and his children continue their commitment to raising funds and awareness of this disease. |
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| James B. Moody |
CSIRO Mgr & 'Inventors' Judge
James Bradfield Moody has amassed an impressive list of credentials in a very short space of time, and for such a young person. Armed with his PhD in innovation theory, James marched into prominence through a host of senior development roles. Currently a CSIRO General Manager, James leads their global development agenda, including creating research projects of international significance and helping Australia gain access to foreign knowledge, infrastructure and intellectual property. He has also been a guest judge on ABC's 'The New Inventors'
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| Peter Ritchie |
Founder, McDonald's Aust.
Peter Ritchie was the first employee of the McDonald's system outside North America. In 1973, Peter was appointed Managing Director Australia. During the 70s and 80s he played a major role in every aspect of the company’s development and later, under his leadership as Chief Executive, McDonald’s Australia grew to more than 500 stores and 50,000 employees. He is now a director of many blue chip Australian companies, including Seven Network, Mortgage Choice, Tennis Australia, 1800 Reverse and University of NSW foundation. |
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| Adam Spencer |
Outstanding, multi-disciplinary achiever
Adam is well known for occupying the driver’s seat on Triple J’s breakfast show. Audiences also enjoyed his quick wit and comedy on television shows including The Glasshouse, Good News Week and The Fat, whilst Adam’s fervour for all things scientific and mathematical led him to host ABC’s Quantum and FAQ. An outstanding achiever, the holder of a Pure Mathematics honours degree boasts debating and speaking credits, is the author of two children’s math books and has extensive experience with various boards and authorities. |
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| Dr Keith Suter |
International Affairs Commentator
Best known for his expert commentary role on global affairs on the Seven Sunrise program, Keith is a huge thinker. His depth of understanding of global issues, terrorism, law, cultures, and business is extraordinary. He's a leading academic and member of the exclusive 'Club of Rome'with only 100 members which include Mikhail Gorbachev, Bill Gates and Al Gore. He was voted 'Australian Communicator of the Year in 2004. |
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