One of our own ‘shines’, in this years King’s Birthday honours

Go Nagambie extends its warm congratulations to the deserving individuals within the wider Australian community who have been acknowledged in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2023 for their remarkable contributions.

The King’s Birthday 2023 Honours List serves as a platform to recognize and celebrate outstanding individuals across various categories, including the Order of Australia (General and Military Divisions), meritorious awards, and commendations for distinguished and conspicuous service. One of the standout figures honoured in this years list is Nagambie identity, The Hon. Patrick McNamara AM. Pat McNamara is a former Deputy Premier of Victoria, State National Party Leader and Rowing Australia President and Life Member. He has been appointed as a Member (AM) in the General Division of the Order of Australia, for his significant services to rowing, the Parliament of Victoria, and the community through various roles. As per the citation from the Governor General’s Office, below is the ‘long’ but impressive list of Pat’s achievements. The list is not exhaustive by any means and does not mention his current interests in Nagambie Walnuts, Burramurra Wines and the Nagambie Rowing Club (Hotel).

Saturday lunchtime saw a small gathering of friends meet at the NRC (hotel) to celebrate and acknowledge Pat’s award. Old friends and new shared the afternoon with Pat and wife, Merryl, and their four adult children and seven grandchildren. It was a lovely gathering full of fond memories, great company and significant figures from Pat and Merryls past. David Pincus, a national rowing selector and coach, spoke of rowing matters and Pats significant contribution to the sport of rowing at National and State levels. Bill Baxter, a former MP, spoke of Pats political life, and each of their children spoke about Pat the father. Well done Pat on receiving the honour and for your contributions to community, rowing and Parliament.