About FALS
The Foundation for Australian Literary Studies Limited fosters the study of Australian literature within the University and in the community.
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The Foundation is maintained by the subscriptions of members and the generosity of supporters.
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James Cook University of North Queensland established the Foundation within the Department of English in 1966.
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Governors-General from Lord Casey to Major General Michael Jeffery have extended their patronage to the Foundation's work.
The Foundation is entirely dependent on subscriptions and donations from members and supporters. Contributions, which are tax deductible, are actively sought from lovers of Australian Literature throughout Australia.
The members of the Board of Directors of the Foundation are:
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Justice Kerry Cullinane (Chairman)
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Professor Sandra Harding (Vice Chairman)
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Mr Trevor Cowling (Honorary Solicitor)
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Dr Stephen Torre (Executive Director)
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Assoc Prof Don Gallagher (Honorary Secretary)
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Ms Patrisha Brand (Honorary Treasurer)
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Dr Dorothy Gibson-Wilde
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Professor Barbara Hayes
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Dr Tracy Cheffins
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Mr Paul Tonnoir
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Dr Lindsay Simpson
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Dr Barbara Kennedy
Patron: Her Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia
Vice Patron: Mrs Margaret Roderick
Chairman: Hon. Justice K.A. Cullinane, LLB (Qld)
Executive Director: Dr S Torre BA (Hons) PhD (Qld)
