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

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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
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
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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
Wine glass in hand,circa 2023.

Thumbs up,Craggy,a ceaseless advocate for a fair go

Labour historian David Cragg felt the calling early for union work and thought if he was going to be effective,he should get his hands dirty. He had unfrightened sympathy for the underdog.

  • Michael Easson
Corinne and Arthur Cantrill in 2009.

Film pioneer set fire to screens and didn’t care if you hated her work

Corinne Cantrill was one half of a couple whose experimental works caught the world’s attention.

  • Jake Wilson
Roger Gyles.

Corruption campaigner never backed down from a fight

Roger Gyles conducted several royal commissions into industrial malfeasance:“You have to keep the pressure on.”

  • Malcolm Brown