2024 Certificates of Achievement and Appreciation

2024 Certificates of Achievement

RAHS Affiliated Societies are critical in promoting local and community history. The RAHS Certificates of Achievement honour the wide-ranging contributions made by their members.

Nominated by Australian Catholic Historical Society

James Franklin

For his dedication and involvement with the Society. Since 2011, James has served as Vice President, sole production editor of the journal and webmaster since 2019. He has contributed to varied Society matters, speakers and talks, and assisted with a successful 2023 Create NSW Cultural Grant for writing the Society’s history. An author of several books and articles on Australian Catholic history and other academic topics, his invaluable ongoing contributions to the Society are appreciated.

Nominated by Berrima District Historical and Family History Society

Denyse Barker

For her commitment and significant contributions to the Society since 2007. As a regular volunteer in the archives, Denyse’s projects have included assisting researchers with enquiries, scanning and cataloguing the Society’s large photographic collection, and being instrumental in making this collection available in the online image library. She has served on the Management Committee since 2010 and is currently Minutes Secretary.

Patricia Doris

For her commitment and service since 2011. Using her administrative skills, Patricia has served on the Management Committee since 2013, Treasurer for ten years and Secretary since 2023. She is involved with the archives and museum and has administered several large grants for building and development projects awarded to the Society. The Society acknowledges Patricia’s significant contributions throughout the years.

Ian Mackey

For his significant contributions to the Society for over 18 years. Ian has had active roles in the archives, museum and Society activities. As President from 2017–2023, he was involved in negotiations with the local council to secure tenancy of the building that houses the Society’s archives in Mittagong. The Society and the community recognise and appreciate Ian’s worthwhile voluntary contributions.

Nominated by City of Liverpool and District Historical Society

Glen op den Brouw

For his energetic leadership as President for nine years. Glen’s passion for local history stimulated his quest to obtain suitable premises for the Society and its collections. After decades of homelessness, with collections in storage and nowhere for members to meet, he was able to negotiate with the local council for a permanent home in the former Senior Citizen’s Centre. The Society recognises his continuous dedication and passion.

Nominated by Marrickville Heritage Society

Ian Tyrrell

For his many contributions to the built and environmental heritage of Marrickville. Ian was a founding member of the Society in 1984 and is currently a Committee Member. Through his research, publications, talks and tours, he has been a strong advocate for the local heritage and environment of the Marrickville and Cooks River area. The Society and the community recognise and appreciate Ian’s worthwhile contributions.

Nominated by Parramatta and District Historical Society

Bruce Gregory

For his contributions to the Society since 2017 as an active volunteer. Since 2018, he has served as a Councillor, is involved as a Committee Member with the maintenance and gardens of Hambledon Cottage, and is an active school guide for the museum, becoming Convenor of the Gardening Committee in 2023. Bruce was awarded a Certificate of Merit in 2022 for his service to the Society and Hambledon Cottage. The Society recognises and appreciates his contribution and dedication.

Verne Tuckwell

For his commitment and voluntary service to the Society since 2003. Verne’s activities include installing and managing the security services at Hambledon Cottage, undertaking many night callouts, and being involved with the maintenance and gardening at the museum since 2015. He was awarded a Certificate of Merit in 2016 for his service and contributions to the Society. The Society and the community recognise and appreciate Verne’s loyalty and worthwhile contributions over the past decade.

Nominated by Port Macquarie Historical Society

Clive Smith

For inspirational leadership in the management and development of the Society and outstanding management of the archives and photograph collection since 2013. Clive’s careful research and archival skills supported the successful nomination of the Annabella Boswell Papers for inscription to the UNESCO Memory of the World Register. As a researcher and author, he has mentored members while his publications have been recognised as significant contributions to local and Australian history.

Nominated by Ryde District Historical Society

Kim Phillips

For her outstanding commitment to the Society since 2010. As well as holding many Committee positions, including President and Treasurer, in 2016, Kim initiated digital technologies to make the Society’s collections more accessible. She has designed and assisted with the production of Society publications, liaised with local community groups, supported open days and research meetings, and mentored intern students. The Society acknowledges Kim’s significant contributions throughout the years.

Nominated by Shoalhaven Historical Society

Tim Rigney

For his commitment and service to the Society since 2010. Tim has served as Secretary since 2012 and Treasurer since 2021. He created and administers the Society’s new website, online bookshop, and data entry programs, resolves technology issues, publishes the newsletter, and is the editor of the quarterly journal. Tim assists with maintaining the Society’s exhibits and grounds and is proactive in recruiting volunteers, organising duty rosters and undertaking grant applications. The Society and Nowra Museum appreciate his invaluable contributions.

Nominated by The Oaks Historical Society

Doreen Lyon

For her contribution to the Society as a charter member and exhibition curator of the museum since 1988. Her background in graphic design, constantly updated over the years, has produced stimulating exhibitions that showcase Wollondilly Shire’s history. As a mentor to other members, she is ensuring that this will continue. Doreen’s voluntary service to the community for 36 years is appreciated and recognised by the Society.

2024 Certificate of Appreciation

The RAHS Certificate of Appreciation honours the contribution made by RAHS volunteers.

Lynne Allen

Lynne joined the RAHS and served as a RAHS Councillor from 2013–2024. As an enthusiastic and invaluable Chair of the RAHS Affiliated Societies Committee (ASC) from 2014, she brought her practical insight from her work as President of the Shoalhaven Historical Society and the Shoalhaven Family History Society to inform our programmes for affiliates. In the past year since she ceased being a RAHS Councillor, Lynne has continued her work with the ASC and in the organisation of the 2024 RAHS Conference. This certificate honours her work with the ASC.