NEWINGTON MEDAL

2008 Medal Recipients

International	Australian
• David Johnson 1947-1950 Biography	• Dr Roger Davidson 1932-1940 Biography	• Maj-Gen Sandy Pearson 1929-1936 Biography

 

The Newington Medal recognises Old Boys whose services and contributions have made a significant difference to the welfare and future of the College, to the quality of life of Australians or to humanity in other countries throughout the world.

An initiative of College Council, the Newington Medal was first awarded in December 2006.

Meritorious and commendable achievement is assessed on the:

• Recipient’s contribution to his nominated field of endeavour
• Extent to which the recipient’s contribution has benefited  the community the nominated field of endeavour
• Benefit derived by Newington through the recipient’s contribution to the life and future of the College

The Newington Medal:

• Acknowledges Old Boys who have sustained the College’s vision through their post-school achievements
• Encourages greater association by Old Boys in the life, values and history of the College
• Identifies Old Boys who are exemplars for current students

Medal & Citation award Criteria

Nomination Form

Applications for nomination close on 31 August each year.

If you would like further information in relation to the Newington Medal please contact the Director of Development — Foundation and Alumni, Lea Greifeneder, on 61 2 9568 9540 or l.greifeneder@newingtoncollege.nsw.edu.au

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Past Medal Recipients

• 2007 International – Not Awarded

• 2007 National – Sir Keith Jones 1924-1927

• 2006 International – Owen Howell-Price 1938-1944

• 2006 National – Don Dwyer 1939-1949