Everald Compton appointed an Officer of Australia 2021 for service to age welfare sector, church and to the community

Ben Harden
Updated June 17 2021 - 11:42am, first published June 14 2021 - 8:00pm
Everald Compton, Aspley has been named an Officer (AO) in the Order of Australia honours for his distinguished service to the aged welfare sector through advocacy and advisory roles, to the Uniting Church in Australia, and to the community. Photo: Samantha Walton.
Everald Compton, Aspley has been named an Officer (AO) in the Order of Australia honours for his distinguished service to the aged welfare sector through advocacy and advisory roles, to the Uniting Church in Australia, and to the community. Photo: Samantha Walton.

Long-time friend of north west Queensland and author of The Man on the $20 Notes, Everald Compton has been recognised in the Queen's Birthday 2021 Honours List.

Ben Harden

Ben Harden

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Queensland Country Life reporter based in Emerald. I report on agriculture and rural news in the central Queensland region. Got a story? Get in touch: 0437528907 or email ben.harden@austcommunitymedia.com.au

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