Petro Georgiou gives the eulogy at Tony Staley’s funeral on May 17,2023.

The ‘Greek volcano’ gave a voice to refugees

To some,Petro Georgiou was considered the conscience of the Liberal Party of Australia.

  • Dino Georgiou

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Brian Winspear checks a bomber gun turret. He flew as a gunner in Hudson bombers from the NT.

Darwin bombing veteran gave his all to Australia

Brian Winspear,one of the last veterans who went through the first World War II air raid on Darwin,has died in Hobart aged 104.

  • Tom Lewis
Zachariah and Tessa Dahl.

‘The epitome of suave,and achieved so much’

At the height of his fame,it seemed that everyone – from governors-general to racecourse touts – wanted to meet Richard Zachariah. He enjoyed notoriety but was never seduced by it.

  • Andrew Clark
Keith Stackpole in action against New Zealand in 1974,when he was Australian vice-captain.

The more hostile the bowling,the more Keith liked it

Keith Stackpole,who died this week,was a fierce competitor,a loyal teammate and a courageous opening batsman who loved facing the short stuff.

  • Greg Chappell
Reverend Ric Holland.

Fearless advocate,compassionate leader,and rule-breaker for justice

From the slums of Glasgow to the streets of Melbourne,the Reverend Fredric Holland’s ministry was never confined to the pulpit.

  • Joni Tooth andBruce Best
Dr Jenni Evans:globally recognised climate scientist.

Blended scientific brilliance with creativity and soul

Jenni Evans was a world leader in meteorology and climate science,taking an approach that combined mathematics,computational data science and a commitment to solving problems.

  • David Burton
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Author Kerry Greenwood,photographed at home in 2016.

Kerry Greenwood had two burning ambitions in life. She achieved them both

The sharp mind and kind heart behind the long-running Miss Fisher series died late last month. Here,Kerry Greenwood’s partner of 40 years pays tribute to the famous author.

  • David Greagg
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Before his career began,Val Kilmer made a telling choice. It showed in his films

A dramatic journeyman,Kilmer’s career was defined in many ways by the roles he knocked back.

  • Michael Idato
Film director Donald Crombie.

‘Film hero’ part of the new wave of directors

Donald Crombie’s films such as Caddie,Cathy’s Child and The Irishman played a crucial role in shaping Australia’s cultural renaissance,fostered a new-found sense of confidence and identity.

  • Justin Kurzel
Professor Henry Burger:world leader.

World-renowned leader in women’s health

Henry Burger – endocrinologist,menopause pioneer,medical researcher – produced more than 600 research papers.

  • Rob Clancy