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| Frank Abagnale |
The “Great Impostor”
Subject of the best-selling book and subsequent movie “Catch Me If You Can”, the “Great Impostor”, Frank Abagnale is one of the world's most respected authorities on forgery, embezzlement and secure documents. In his teenage years Frank posed as a pilot, assistant attorney-general, a college professor and a paediatrician. Since serving just five years of his sentence he emerged to write policies and procedures for the reduction of white-collar crime with the US government, Frank today consults and lectures world-wide and his fraud prevention programmes are used by more than 14,000 organisations. |
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| Buzz Aldrin |
Moon Walker
The world was glued to their television screens on July 16, 1969 as Apollo 11 astronauts Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong took the first human steps on the moon. Since retiring from NASA, the Air Force, and his position as Commander of the Test Pilot School at Edwards Air Force Base, Dr. Aldrin continues a leading role for America in manned space exploration. His commitment to space science and tourism saw the founding of his rocket design company, Starcraft Boosters, Inc., and the non-profit ShareSpace Foundation.
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| Stephanie Alexander |
Chef & Food Writer
Stephanie Alexander is a well regarded Melbourne chef and owner of award winning Melbourne restaurants Stephanie’s in Fitzroy and Hawthorn East. She has received a number of personal awards including the first ever Special Crown awarded by the Age Good Food Guide for personal distinction. Stephanie is a champion for the quality and diversity of Australian food, a published writer and lobbyist for kitchen garden programs in Victorian primary schools.
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| Stan Alves |
Elite Sportsman and Motivator
Stan Alves is one of those talented souls whose ability to manifest success in multiple interests is just another day at work. Former AFL coach and elite athlete, Stan transitioned into successful media personality, entrepreneur and businessman. He now combines the two worlds as a master communicator, coach and motivator to inspire teams towards greater levels of personal and professional success. |
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| Sallyanne Atkinson |
Brisbane Mayor & Businesswoman
Sallyanne Atkinson, AO is a respected business leader who has made a significant contribution to the Australian business landscape. Her extensive knowledge and experience forms part of the success story of many Australian organisations. She is currently the Special Representative for Queensland, South-East Asia in the Queensland Government, and a director of several public companies and associations. Her journalistic training has produced two books and several newspaper articles.
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| Cheryl & Nikki Bart |
Everest Conquerors
May 24, 2008 marked the achievements of Cheryl and Nikki Bart in two world-first mountaineering feats. They became the first-ever mother-daughter team to summit Mt Everest, and to complete the Seven Summits – the highest peak of every continent in the world. Armed with their special bond Cheryl and Nikki began their keen interest in conquering the world’s peaks with Gokyo Ri and the Everest Base camp. Their story of physical and mental challenge, why Cheryl considers it meditative and their strong relationship inspires and motivates audiences.
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| Chris Bath |
Journalist, Seven News presenter
Channel Seven news presenter Chris Bath has followed a neat trajectory to become one of this country’s most recognised journalists, and garnered wide appeal from audiences nationwide. Her twenty year career spans radio and television; encompassing political interviewing, world and local news, and joined Seven’s host team in it’s coverage of the Sydney Olympics. Chris appears on Seven’s Sunrise in addition to her role with the network’s Late News, and has played cameo roles in a number of feature films and television programs. |
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| Layne Beachley |
World champion surfer
Layne has achieved outstanding success in the surfing world. Winning multiple world titles has secured her reputation as the greatest professional female surfer in history. Layne’s competitive drive is renowned as is her commitment and tireless efforts to publicise women’s surfing. Her media role extends to television appearances as a sports reporter and commentator.
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| Peter Berner |
Comedian and TV host
Few are spared Peter Berner’s razor sharp wit and cynicism. A comedian since the early nineties, Peter’s recognition became widespread with the debut of his publicly-acclaimed ABC show Backberner in 1999. A regular guest on the Ten Network’s Good News Week, and currently host of the highly successful ABC quiz show, The Einstein Factor, Peter also cracks his satirical whip hosting the Peter Berner Experiment on Triple M radio. Peter is an entertainer and speaker not to be missed.
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| David Boon |
Cricketing legend
One of the most enduring cricketer’s in Australia’s sporting history, the legend affectionately known as ‘Boony’, led an illustrious career at the pinnacle of the sport. His achievements were outstanding as they were numerous; dominating as Australia’s best batsman, instrumental in bringing the side to its first World Cup victory and served his country in a total of 107 Tests and 188 One Day Internationals. Since his retirement David maintains his association with the sport through roles in marketing and selection. |
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| Trisha Broadbridge |
Young Australian of the Year
Just eight days after Trisha and Troy Broadbridge were married, during their honeymoon on Thailand’s Phi Phi Island Troy’s life tragically ended in the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami. Building on her experience as one of the original ‘Crew’ (young leaders) of the Reach Foundation, Trisha now operates the Reach Broadbridge Fund to honour Troy’s life and the values for which he stood - honesty, integrity, determination, courage and acceptance of difference. An inspiring and emotion charged presentation. |
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| Billy Brownless |
Geelong’s Highest Ranked Goal Kicker
For over ten years Billy Brownless kept Geelong fans cheering as a full forward for his AFL team. Before his retirement from the game in 1997 Billy etched himself into the team’s history by ranking third on Geelong’s goal-kicking list behind Gary Ablett and Doug Wade. Since his retirement from the field Brownless has continued to inject his lively energy into the club through marketing initiatives, and built an active media career with Channel 9 on the broadcaster’s The Footy Show and Sunday Footy Show. |
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| Ita Buttrose |
Icon of Australian Media
Businesswoman, journalist, author and leader in health advocacy, Ita Buttrose is a household name in Australia. The youngest-ever Editor of The Australian Women’s Weekly at just 33 years of age, Ita went on to become the Editor-in-Chief of Sydney’s Daily & Sunday Telegraphs, and was appointed to the board of News Ltd. Australia. Impressive accomplishments by any standard but holding greater significance by her being the first woman to hold both positions. Today, Ita continues to appear on television as a social commentator, is Editor-at-Large for OK! Magazine and champions numerous medical education and health care initiatives for which she is highly awarded. |
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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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