2007 - Monash graduate named Australian of the Year

Tim Flannery (MSc 1981) was named Australian of the Year. He was the first graduate of Monash to be given this honour.

An internationally acclaimed writer, scientist and explorer, Tim Flannery has published more than 130 scientific papers and has written many books, including his recent bestseller on global warming, The Weather Makers: The History & Future Impact of Climate Change.

Professor Flannery was named Australian of the Year 2007 in recognition of his contribution to the environment and other fields.

He writes regularly for The New York Review and the Times Literary Supplement and he has edited and introduced many historical works including The Birth of Sydney and The Birth of Melbourne.