In memory of our Fellows
Our Fellows have contributed extensively to the rich Australian humanities community. When an Academy Fellow dies, we honour their impact by publishing an obituary by another Fellow who has had a long and close association with them.
The Australian Academy of the Humanities acknowledges, with deep sadness, the death of Emeritus Professor Colin Mackerras AO FAHA 马克林, one of Australia’s most distinguished scholars of China.
The Australian Academy of the Humanities acknowledges, with deep sadness, the death of Emeritus Professor Chris Mortensen FAHA.
Wallace Kirsop FAHA was a distinguished scholar in French studies and book trade history who significantly contributed to bibliographical research and book history globally. Emeritus Professor Brian Nelson FAHA reflects on his life and legacy. Download a PDF version here.
Professor Emerita Isabel McBryde AO FRAI FSA FAHA was a trailblaizer of archeaology in Australia, and one of the foremost female archaeologists in the world. Her work contributed to a greater understanding of Australia’s history, and a renewed effort to conserve heritage sites. She was a dedicated teacher, mentor and friend. Archaeologists Ian Lilley FSA FAHA and Adam Brumm FAHA reflect on her life and legacy.
Professor Marguerite Johnson FAHA was a distinguished cultural historian of the ancient Mediterranean, specialising in sexuality and gender, particularly in the poetry of Sappho, Catullus, and Ovid. Michael Ewans FAHA from the University of Newcastle reflects on the life of his colleague and friend. Download a PDF version here.
The Australian Academy of the Humanities acknowledges, with deep sadness, the death of Dr Valerie Attenbrow FAHA.
David Malouf AO FAHA was one of Australia’s most respected writers, recognised as a giant of literature for his novels, poetry, and non-fiction. Emeritus Professor Bill Ashcroft FAHA reflects on Malouf’s life, legacy and writing. Download a PDF copy here.
Emeritus Professor Andrew Pawley FAHA FRSNZ was an internationally acclaimed linguist, particularly in regard to Austronesian and Papuan languages and associated cultures, and in the nature of linguistic competence. Emeritus Professor Malcolm Ross FAHA reflects on the life of his colleague, Andy, who is remembered as a dear colleague and kind friend. Download the PDF version here.
Dr Patricia Clarke OAM FAHA was a celebrated writer, historian, editor and former journalist, who wrote extensively on women in Australian history and the history of journalism. Professor Bridget Griffen-Foley FAHA reflects on Pat’s life and legacy. Download a PDF version here.
Professor Anne McLaren FAHA was a distinguished scholar in the field of Chinese Studies whose research interests spanned gender in performance, vernacular fiction, print culture, and Intangible Cultural Heritage. Anne was a beloved colleague, friend, and a tireless advocate for the field of Chinese Studies. Professor Antonia Finnane FAHA reflects on her life and legacy. Download a PDF version here.
Emeritus Professor John Bigelow FAHA reflects on the life and legacy of colleague, Professor Brian Ellis, one of Australia’s leading philosophers, well-known for developing influential brands of so-called ‘scientific realism’ and ‘scientific essentialism’. Download a PDF version here.
The Australian Academy of the Humanities acknowledges, with deep sadness, the death of Professor Takamitsu Muraoka FAHA.