Seven Fellows of the academy were recognised in the 2013 AUSTRALIA DAY HONOURS
Mr Clive Weeks AO FTSE, former Chair of GHD, was recognised for distinguished service to engineering through leadership roles of key civil works projects and through contributions to professional and educational organisations.
Professor William Roy Jackson AM FTSE, from Monash University, was recognised for significant service to science in the field of organic chemistry as an educator and researcher.
Dr Errol McGarry AM FTSE, former CEO of AIRG, was recognised for significant service to science and technology, particularly through research and development in the field of chemistry.
Emeritus Professor Owen Potter AM FTSE, from Monash University, was recognised for significant service to chemical engineering through leadershuip in the areas of education, research and development, and to the Catholic Church.
Dr David Rand AM FTSE, CSIRO Honorary Research Fellow, was honoured for significant services to science and technological development in the area of energy storage, particularly rechargeable batteries.
Mr Graham Spurling AM FTSE, former CEO of Mitsubishi Motors, was honoured for significant service to business and to the community of South Australia.
Dr Bruce Walker AM FTSE, Director of Desert Knowledge Australia, was honoured for significant service to the indigenous communities of remote Australia and the Northern Territory, and to the sport of cricket.
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2013 Australia Day Honours List