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Turning the ship around on sustainability

Creating a more sustainable world takes patience, but for Chester Cunningham (OM 1993), there’s no question about the importance of his work.

Stanley Melbourne Bruce, a Life of Service

Year 12 student, Marcus Allen, explores the lasting impact of Stanley Melbourne Bruce (OM 1901), appointed Prime Minister of Australian in 1923.

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.