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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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| Prof. Ron Penny |
Immunologist and Health Expert
Prof. Penny is one of Australia's most respected experts in Immunology and Haematology. With numerous published articles and public and private board roles he is accross many of the major health issues facing Australia today. From being at the forefront of AIDS in it's early days to newer problems like obesity and workforce stress. Ron Penny is able to take complex heath issues and explain them in laymans terms so audiences can take home practical information to improve their daily lives. |
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| Professor Kerryn Phelps |
Leader in the Campaign for Health
Professor Kerryn Phelps plays a major role in the development and management of our nation’s health. The Sydney University Adjunct Professor was elected Federal President of the Australian Medical Association in 2000. Her advocacy of integrative medicine saw the establishment of her state-of-the-art Uclinic, and her appearance on a range of television and radio shows and print media educating the public on health issues. Kerryn pens regular commentary and advice for the Australian Women’s Weekly and Medical Observer Magazines. |
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| Prof Fiona Wood FRACS AM |
Burns Specialist
Prof Fiona Wood, an established plastic surgeon and mother of six, became world renowned for her patented invention of spray on skin for burns victims. Her exceptional skill and leadership received deserved praise in 2002 when she and her team at Royal Perth Hospital treated the largest proportion of the Bali bombings survivors. This highlighted the ground breaking research into burns treatment taking place in Western Australia and subsequently led to Fiona receiving the 2005 Australian of the Year Award.
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