Service to the Community
Over the years, many of our Mentonians have been recognised for their work through the Queen’s Birthday Honours List acknowledging contributions to community, charity, philanthropy, social enterprise and more
In the early days of our School, a number of our old Mentonians also received some of the Queen’s highest British awards including Commander of the British Empire (CBE) and the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE), rewarding both civilian and military wartime service.
It is wonderful to see so many of our alumni honoured for service across many different sectors. This diversity is a testament to their Mentone education and their strength of character that has led each to have such a positive impact on their community. For that, we thank them and celebrate their achievements.
| Name | Alumni Year | Honour Awarded | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greg Davies | 1974 | 2023 Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) | For service to Youth through Scouts. |
| William 'Bill' Granger | 1986 | 2023 Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) | Service to the tourism and hospitality sector. |
| Shane Warne | 1987 | 2022 Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) | Distinguished service to cricket as a player, role model and commentator, to the community through charitable initiatives, and for philanthropic contributions. |
| Lyndon Hart | 1990 | 2022 Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) | Service to the community in a range of roles, Yarrawonga, Victoria. |
| Stuart McIntyre | 1959 | 2022 Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) | Service to the community of Brighton, Victoria. |
| Reverend Dr Peter Crawford | 1967 | 2020 Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) | Commitment to the Anglican Church and efforts throughout Emerald Victoria and surrounds. |
| John Hammer | 1952 | 2017 Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) | Service to cricket and seniors sport in Victoria. |
| The Very Reverend Dr John Shepherd | 1959 | 2017 AM | For significant service to the Anglican Church of Australia through senior liturgical roles and to the community. |
| Geoff Ryan | 1965 | AM | For significant service to secondary education, particularly to the independent schools sector, and to professional organisations. |
| Neville Clark | Headmaster | OAM MC | OAM: For service to education. MC: Artillery - 4 Field Regiment - Vietnam. |
| Prof. Glenn Bowes | 1966 | AO | For distinguished service to medical education and its administration, to the advancement of child health and welfare, and through contributions to government and professional organisations. |
| John Hutson | 1966 | AO | |
| Robert Nottle | 1960 | CBE | |
| John Newnham | OAM | ||
| Stan Alves | OAM | For service to Australian Rules football as a player, coach and commentator, and to the community as a supporter of charitable organisations. | |
| Don Ingram | 1955 | OAM | |
| Simon Appel | Board Chair | OAM | |
| Sir Robert Jackson | 1928 | AC KCVO CMG OBE | |
| George Varlamos | 1957 | OAM | |
| Ret. Brigadier John Deighton | 1952 | AM MC | |
| Alf H Pollard | AO | ||
| Commander J Lawrence Merson | 1935 | OAM RAN | |
| Major General Derek Deighton | 1948 | OAM MBE |