In 2014, Vision Australia is very proud to congratulate people who have been recognised for, among other things, their dedication to supporting people who are blind or have low vision and for eye health.
If you’d like to know more about the recipients tune in to Vision Australia’s national radio program Talking Vision.
OAM list
Mr John COOK
For service to people with Meniere's disease, and to people with vision impairments.
Mrs Ellen Iris CUFF
For service to the blind and those with low vision.
Ms Rhonda Suzanne BURCHMORE
For service to the performing arts, and to the community.
Mr Joseph D'ONOFRIO
For service to the sport of fencing.
Ms Felicity Jane JOHNSON
For service to sport as a gold medallist at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
Mr David Lithgow LEWIS
For service to people with a disability, particularly through international aid programs.
Dr Darryl John GREGOR
For service to ophthalmology, and to education.
Mr John Quentin JEFFRIES
For service to the community, particularly to people with a disability.
Mrs Maree Anne RENNIE
For service to the education of deaf children, particularly those with additional needs, and to their families.
Mr Allan Barry STEPHEN
For service to the blind, and to people with low vision.
Dr John Charles VANCE
For service to the blind, and to people with low vision.
AM list
Mr Kieran MODRA OAM
For significant service to sport as an athlete representing Australia at Paralympic Games, and to people who are blind or have low vision.
Associate Professor Carolyn Denton PALMER
For significant service to the community, particularly to people who are blind or have low vision.