Whether it be improving the welfare of veterans and medical education in Vietnam, service to the judiciary, improvements to our approaches in medicine or accomplishments on the sporting field University of Sydney staff and alumni have a diverse impact on Australian society.

The University extends warm congratulations to those who have passed through its doors and those still with us, whose contribution to Australia has been recognised in this year's Australia Day Honours.

We offer particular congratulations to University alumnus, The Hon Tom Uren, who has been named Companion (AC) in the General Division of the Order of Australia, the highest honour bestowed. Uren was named: "For eminent service to the community, particularly through contributions to the welfare of veterans, improved medical education in Vietnam and the preservation of sites of heritage and environmental significance."

This year's honours include:

The Honourable Justice James Leslie Allsop a graduate of the University who, in addition to his extensive legal accomplishments, has been a part-time lecturer in the University's Faculty of Law since 1981.

"For distinguished service to the judiciary and the law, as a judge, through reforms to equity and access, and through contributions to the administration of maritime law and legal education."

Ms Lynelle Jann Briggs, a graduate and former CEO of Medicare Australia from 2009-2011.

"For distinguished service to public administration, particularly through leadership in the development of public service performance and professionalism."

Mr Paul William Dyer, an alumni affiliate who founded the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra and served as its Artistic Director.

"For distinguished service to the performing arts, particularly orchestral music as a director, conductor and musician, through the promotion of educational programs and support for emerging artists."

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Australia Day Honours 2013