Australia Day Holbrook 2026

Holbrook Presentations: SAA award to Morrie Jeppesen for his work with the Museum.
Sandy Coulson was given an Oberon Plaque for her attendance as guest speaker
Images supplied by Richard Coathup

2026 AUSTRALIA DAY HONOUR’S LIST

The Submarines Association of Australia passes on its congratulations to the following submariners who have been recognised in the 2026 Australia Day Honour’s List. BRAVO ZULU – DOLPHIN 72A

Appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia in the Military Division (AM) Commodore Stephen (Sid) Geoffrey DALTON RAN For exceptional service in submarine and undersea warfare capability development.

Awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the Military Division (OAM) Commander Wesley Karl NORTH RAN For meritorious service in submarine engineering and technical submariner workforce development.

Chief Petty Officer Erol Jade Williams For meritorious service in the field of indigenous engagement and cultural advancement.

Professor Matthew Desmond Dun, Dudley NSW 2290 For service to haematology and oncology research.

Awarded the Conspicuous Service Cross (CSC) Chief Petty Officer Bradley Scott SMITH For outstanding devotion to duty as a Senior Enlisted Sailor in Navy’s Submarine Force.

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