Australia Day Honours….
A number of current and past members of the Radio Industry have been recognised with Australia Day Honours.
Smooth FM’s Melissa Doyle has been made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for “significant service to the community through representational roles with a range of charitable groups, and to the broadcast media.”
Graeme Hanger “For service to the community of Bathurst” – he covers junior sport on 2BS each week.
John Buchanan was recognised “for service to jazz music, and to the broadcast media.”
James Haynes who has worked at 2UE and 2NZ – “For service to the performing arts as an entertainer, author, broadcaster and historian.:
Eugene O’Roourke – “For service to the community, particularly through multicultural media.” – SBS Radio and 3ZZZ
Gregory Miles – “For service to horse racing as a radio and television caller and presenter” – RSN and Sport 927
Carole Whitelock – “For service to charitable organisations. Service includes: Radio Broadcaster” – ABC Radio 891 Adelaide
You can view for full list here.