The 2005 Australia Day Honours are appointments to various orders and honours to recognise and reward good works by Australian citizens. The list was announced on 26 January 2005 by the Governor General of Australia, Michael Jeffrey.
The Australia Day Honours are the first of the two major annual honours lists, the first announced to coincide with Australia Day (26 January), with the other being the Queen's Birthday Honours, which are announced on the second Monday in June.
Order of Australia Companion (AC) General Division Recipient Citation Notes Jean Elizabeth CalderFor humanitarian service in the Middle East, particularly to people with disabilities living in refugee camps in Lebanon and Gaza and disadvantaged areas of Cairo, to international relations, and to academic and professional training in the fields of education and rehabilitation.For service to the legal scholarship and education, to raising debate in the field of constitutional law and to public law reform. Derek Ashworth DentonFor service to science through leadership in medical research in the field of physiology relating to sodium homeostasis and the body's regulation of fluid and electrolyte balances and to the arts. (Mary) Fairfax For service to the community of wide-ranging social and economic benefit through support and philanthropy for ongoing medical research initiatives, improved health care opportunities, nurturing artistic talent in young performers, and preservation of diverse cultural heritage. Timothy Andrew FischerFor service to the Australian and New South Wales Parliaments, to advancing the national interest through trade liberalisation and rail transport development, to supporting humanitarian aid in developing countries and to fostering openness and acceptance of cultural difference in the community.For service to the Victorian Parliament and the introduction of initiatives for economic and social benefit, to business and commerce, and to the community in the development of the arts, sport and mental health awareness strategies.Mark Matthew Leibler For services to business, to the law, particularly in the areas of taxation and commercial law, to the Jewish community internationally and in Australia, and to reconciliation and the promotion of understanding between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
Officer (AO) General Division Recipient Citation Notes Michael Philip AlpersFor service to medical science as a leading international research in the fields of tropical medicine and public health, including research on the disease Kuru, and for contributions to improving health and economic development in Papua New Guinea.For service to the judiciary, to the administration of the court, to improving legal education facilities and judicial infrastructure in the Pacific region, and to the community. Annabelle Claire BennettFor service to the law, particularly in the areas of intellectual property, administrative law and professional conduct, and to the community through a range of educational, medical, women's and business organisations. Margaret Sneddon BickleFor service to the pharmaceutical profession as an advocate and mentor for women in the profession, and to the community.Martin Bonsey For distinguished service and principled contributions to public sector reform, to government and parliamentary issues and to the Office of the Official Secretary to the Governor-General. Harvey Charles CoatesFor service to medicine in the field of paediatric otolaryngology as a clinician and researcher, to Indigenous health, and to the community through contributions to major medical research and educational organisations. Terence Rhoderic Cole For service to the judiciary, particularly judicial administration, to reform of the building and construction industry, and to the community through the Australian Naval Reserve and conservation and arts organisations.Lynton Keith CrosbyFor service to politics as Federal Director of the Liberal Party of Australia. Ivan Stanley de la Lande †For service to medical research and education, particularly in the field of pharmacology and as a major contributor to understanding of the human vascular system. Terence Dwyer For service to medical research as an epidemiologist, particularly in the areas of cardiovascular disease and sudden infant death syndrome, and to the community.Leonard Raymond FosterFor service to fire and emergency services management, particularly through the development of best practice and a coordinated approach to fire control in Australia. Sandra Michelle HackerFor service to medicine, particularly in the field of psychiatry, and to excellence in professional education and promotion of the highest standards of health care in Australia.Robert Watson Hughes For service to the arts through music, particularly as a composer, and for the promotion of Australian music through representative organisations for musicians. Harold Neil JohnstonFor service to the community through the initiation and implementation of a range of policies designed to meet the diverse welfare and social needs of ex-Service personnel and their families, and more broadly to public sector administration in the areas of economic and business development and service delivery.Steve Arthur Karas For service to the community as a contributor to the development of multicultural media and to migrant assistance organisations in Australia, and through public sector roles, particularly in the portfolio area of immigration.Christine McNamee LiddyFor service to the community, particularly through fundraising and promoting awareness of the role of the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia and for support for a range of educational and arts organisations.Malcolm James McCusker For service to the legal profession, particularly in the fields of criminal and commercial law, to the business and finance sectors, and to the community through a range of health, church, cultural and sporting organisations. Giancarlo Martini-PiovanoFor service to the community as Director of Co.As.It through the promotion of improved health and community services for culturally and linguistically diverse communities.Ken Harry MatthewsFor service to the community through the development of more competitive and sustainable regional industries and service, to the national transport system, and to promoting the highest standards of public administration. Roderick Pitt Meagher For service to the judiciary, to legal scholarship and professional development, and to the arts. Nicos Anthony NicolaFor service to scientific research and to policy development within the field of cellular and molecular biochemistry, and to the development of medical biotechnology in Australia.Elizabeth Ann NosworthyFor service to business through contributions to major development, energy and infrastructure projects, to the legal profession, particularly in the area of legal education, and to the community. Barry William PerryFor service to the community as Ombudsman of Victoria through encouraging the highest standards of integrity and accountability in public institutions.Daniel PetreFor service to business, particularly in information technology, and to the community through philanthropic support for medical research, promotion of work/life balance and educational organisations. John David PollardFor service to medicine in the field of neurology, particularly the study of peripheral nerve disease and multiple sclerosis. Simon ShellerFor service to the law, particularly in the field of judicial administration, and to the community through the Anglican Church of Australia.Frederic Sydney StolleFor service to tennis as a player, coach and media commentator, and to promoting Australian sport and culture internationally. Alison May StreetFor service to medicine, particularly in the field of haematology, and as a significant contributor to the management of congenital bleeding disorders and minimisation of transfusion transmitted infection. Sharon Mary SullivanFor service to cultural heritage conservation, including Indigenous heritage, and to influencing conservation practices worldwide. Walter Wilhelm Uhlenbruch For service to business and commerce, particularly the automotive manufacturing sector through a range of executive positions, to the promotion of Australian industry internationally, and to the German community.Margaret Louise VaradyFor leadership in education, particularly as Principal of Sydney Girls High School, to fostering academic excellence and to promoting student participation across a range of community activities, sports and the arts.Joan Agnes VickeryFor service to the Indigenous community as a leader in the development of culturally sensitive health care initiatives, particularly in the area of diabetes treatment and management.
Military Division Branch Recipient Citation NotesNavyFor distinguished service as the inaugural Commander of the Australian Defence College and as Maritime Commander Australia.Army For distinguished service to the Australian Defence Force Reserves, in particular as the Assistant Chief of the Defence Force (Reserves) and Head Reserve Policy. Duncan Edward Lewis For distinguished service and performance of duty as Commander Special Forces and subsequently as the inaugural Special Operations Commander Australia.Air Force Kerry Francis Clarke For distinguished service in the fields of international relationships and capability management and development.
Member (AM) General Division