Three long-time contributors to Australia’s scientific and logistical endeavours in Antarctica have been awarded the prestigious Australian Antarctic Medal in recognition of their service to the Australian Antarctic Program.
The three medal recipients were announced by the Governor-General of Australia, Her Excellency the Honourable Ms Sam Mostyn AC, on a special Honours List for Midwinter’s Day. The Australian Antarctic Medal, previously called the Antarctic Medal, is awarded for outstanding service in scientific research or exploration in connection with an Australian Antarctic expedition, or for support of such work…
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