Topic: Old Melburnian Profile
An Old Melburnian at the top of his game
Pat O'Hara Wood won the Australian Open in 1923. Here, Year 10 student Thomas Amarasekara showcases his life.
A legacy of contribution
As Chair of the Witherby Tower Society, Jim Cousins AO (OM 1961) sees his role as continuing a lifelong commitment to service.
The impact of the Old Melburnians Dick Cotton Fellowship
Tom Akhurst (OM 2016) reflects how the Dick Cotton Fellowship has enabled him to offer hope, connection and commonality to others.
Two journeys from philosophy to profession
Having following very similar trajectories leading up to university, two Old Melburnians with a passion for philosophy then took their learning in different directions.
From young cadet to inspired leader
After 23 years in the Australian Army, this Old Melburnian says he still has many reasons to be excited about his work every day.
A baker with a sense of duty
A lifelong volunteer, David Winter sees contribution to his community as a natural part of a life that has been anything but planned.
How equity supports Australia’s health security
Working in a role focused on health security across the Indo-Pacific, Stephanie Williams says equity remains one of her core concerns.
Protecting Bendigo’s multicultural heritage
Led by an Old Melburnian, Bendigo’s Golden Dragon Museum is much more than a home for cultural artefacts.
Seeking the Holy Grail of artificial intelligence
Fuelled by curiosity, Hon Weng Chong is on a path to revolutionise digital intelligence, right here in Melbourne.
Family and community drive Geelong star’s success
Geelong full-forward Tom Hawkins knows success comes in many forms, and that behind each achievement is the effort of a whole community.