Joint Patronage

His Excellency General the Honourable David John Hurley ACR DSC (Retd)

David Hurley joined the Australian Army in January 1972, graduating from the Royal Military College, Duntroon into the Royal Australian Infantry Corps. In a long and distinguished 42-year military career, his service culminated with his appointment as Chief of the Defence Force. On the 1st July 2019, he was sworn in as the Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia. Prior to being sworn in as Governor-General, David Hurley served as the 38th Governor of New South Wales from October 2014 – May 2019.

Since his appointment to Governor General, he has been a loyal and generous supporter of ACRF. We are so grateful for the commitment and kindness both he and Mrs Hurley have shown to the Foundation.

Mr Stephen Rix BEc, CA, FAICD Trustee since 1 December 2005.

• Chair, Avenue Bank Ltd • Director, Allen & Unwin Pty Limited

Her Excellency Mrs Linda Hurley

Mrs Hurley commenced her teaching career in 1976 and worked tirelessly as a committed educator until her retirement from full-time teaching in 2011. Along with supporting David Hurley in postings both here in Australia and overseas, she has been an active member of the community as a Pastoral Carer at the Canberra Hospital and Hospice.

Mrs Hurley brings her sunshine and warm spirit to her support of ACRF. We are so thankful for her kindness and her songs.