Vice-Chancellor Professor Theo Farrell said the honours reflect the breadth of impact made by the La Trobe community.
“These honours recognise the extraordinary contribution of La Trobe people across our communities, professions and public life,” Professor Farrell said.
“From advancing research and innovation to educating future-ready graduates and serving the public good, La Trobe’s impact is felt locally, nationally and globally.”
These honours acknowledge extraordinary contributions to education, research, public service, community wellbeing and professional practice. We are proud to celebrate the La Trobe staff, former staff and alumni whose work exemplifies our values and commitment to making a difference.
Australia Day Honours List recipients linked to La Trobe include:
Member of the Order of Australia (AM)
Professor Shaun Collin AM (Staff)
Recognised for significant service to tertiary education, including leadership and contribution to the higher education sector.
Emeritus Professor Nicolette Lee AM (Former staff)
Recognised for significant service to tertiary education, through academic leadership, teaching and research.
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
Dr Kevin Cameron OAM (Former staff)
Recognised for service to music, and to education.
Brian Keane OAM (Alumni)
Recognised for service to engineering.
Diane McDonald OAM (Alumni)
Recognised for service to the community through social welfare initiatives.
Charles Reis OAM (Alumni)
Recognised for service to the community across a range of roles.
Zeynep Sertel OAM (Former staff)
Recognised for service to the Islamic community of Victoria.
Dr Judy Tang OAM (Former staff)
Recognised for service to mental health, to cultural diversity, to equality, and to ageing.
Ferruccio Tonini OAM (Alumni)
Recognised for service to nursing.
Public Service Medal (PSM)
Joan Phillips PSM (Alumni)
Recognised for outstanding public service in environmental and regulatory leadership.
Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC)
Tegan Musumeci CSC (Alumni)
Recognised for outstanding achievement in the delivery of emergency and protective services.
Australian Police Medal (APM)
Commander Caroline Taylor APM (Alumni)
Recognised for distinguished service in policing.
La Trobe University extends its sincere congratulations to all recipients and thanks them for the lasting contributions they continue to make to our communities, professions and public life.
