Obituaries
The Australian who revolutionised science despite painful illness
Dr Sandra Claxton was world-renowned for her research into the microscopic creature known as the water bear.
- by Leigh Schwartzkoff & Arthur Webster
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Wartime submarine commander dodged torpedoes and collapsing ice
Michael Hickie, who has died aged 100, served with distinction in World War II and took a submarine beneath the icy depths of the North Pole.
- by Tim Barlass
‘Good craftsman’ Bill Hayden did all but become PM
Of several people seen as likely prime ministers of Australia who didn’t make it, Bill Hayden probably came closest.
- by Tony Stephens
Philanthropic businessman’s career marred by RAMS mortgage debacle
John Kinghorn established a family philanthropic foundation, dedicated to education, medical research and poverty alleviation.
- by Malcolm Brown
The global peacemaker who wanted to untie the ‘Middle East knot’
Former president of Finland and veteran diplomat Martti Ahtisaari mediated many conflicts in a long career.
Mayor of first council to recognise gay and lesbian relationships
On August 13, 2003, South Sydney City Council formally recognised gay and lesbian relationships.
- by Malcolm Brown
From shop floor to chairman of the board
Prominent former Melbourne stockbroker and company director James Gordon Maxwell Moffatt went on to be a highly regarded successful fundraiser and medical and arts philanthropist.
- by Mike Sabey
Opera star who conquered TV and the Opera House dies at 55
Well-known Australian mezzo-soprano Jacqueline Dark has died of cancer at the age of 55.
- by Patrick Togher
Forever proud of working-class background
June Hearn was a staunch advocate for economic and social justice in all her public roles.
- by Bruce Hearn Mackinnon
Veteran of interfaith affairs and expert on anti-semitism
“I felt encouraged that not just co-operation, but Muslim-Jewish friendship, is a genuine possibility,” said Jeremy Jones.
- by Michael Easson
The expert who repaired the knees of rugby league and Olympic athletes
In retirement, former rugby league player Merv Cross became a trailblazing knee doctor.