Find a researcher or PhD supervisor, search the Monash staff directory or explore our database of experts at People and places. Newton is known for his association with both the Nine Network and Ten Network, in numerous shows including: In Melbourne Tonight, New Faces, Good Morning Australia, 20 to 1 and Bert's Family Feud. For distinguished service to intensive care medicine as a biomedical scientist and researcher, through infrastructure and systems development to manage the critically ill, and as an author. Dancer #2. Born in Pittsburgh, PA #2. For service to medicine, particularly to infant mental health. For distinguished service to the global community as an advocate for nuclear non-proliferation and disarmament, and to medicine. For service to the Indian community of Melbourne. Newton published an autobiography, Bert! "... there was a radio program on 3XY Melbourne called Scouting Around, compered by the late Tom Jones. For significant service to community history, and to the racing industry. For eminent service to the judiciary as a Judge of the Federal Court of Australia, to the law as an advocate for human rights and civil liberties, to judicial administration and professional development, and to governance roles in tertiary education. ~ happy birthday! [16], On 12 June 2006 he was made a Member of the Order of Australia "for service to the entertainment industry as a presenter, actor, comedian, and through support for a range of medical research and charitable organisations". For significant service to medicine in the field of infectious disease. Children are always excited to hear their own name sung by Captain Zoom. Graham Kennedy and Newton hosted a two-hour morning program. For service to medicine as an occupational and environmental physician. The Herald and Weekly Times Ltd appointed Newton as general manager of 3DB in 1986, which he combined with on-air appearances until 1988. For significant service to the community through support for charitable organisations, and to business. For significant service to the community through support for a range of organisations, and to cancer survivorship programs. For significant service to business, and to gender equality and inclusion. For significant service to the law, to legal education, particularly support for Indigenous students, and to the arts through governance and philanthropy. Newton has hosted the Logie Awards ceremony on seventeen occcasions. For significant service to nurse education. The lyrics include: In 1997 Newton was the subject of a This Is Your Life tribute. Channel Nine Salutes Bert Newton was broadcast in early 2004, depicting the career of Newton from his earliest days. For significant service to the law, to legal standards, and to education. For significant service to the visual arts as an abstract painter. For service to education, and to gender equity. For significant service to the community through a range of organisations. On Alisha Newton’s birthday. For significant service to emergency response organisations, and to medicine in the field of anaesthesia. Lieutenant Colonel Philippa Elizabeth Weiland, For outstanding dedication to duty as Staff Officer Grade One Psychology in Headquarters Forces Command. For service to the communities of Millicent and Beachport. For significant service to medicine, to endocrinology and andrology, and to the community. For service to the Italian community of Victoria, and to medicine. For significant service to medicine in the field of ophtalmology, particularly age related macular degeneration as a clinician, academic and researcher. For significant service to business and commerce through corporate governance and leadership roles in the public and private sectors. About. In November 2012, Newton underwent quadruple heart bypass surgery having been admitted to hospital twice in the twelve months prior. For significant service to the performing arts, to opera and chamber choirs, and to education. [22] The Newtons have a son, Matthew, and a daughter, Lauren. For significant service to the community, and to the Uniting Church in Australia. Monash University is a registered higher education provider under the TEQSA Act 2011. For significant service to international relations in senior investigative roles with the United Nations and the World Bank. For distinguished service to medical education in the field of nursing and health care ethics, to patients' rights, and to professional standards. [22] In 1974 he married Patti McGrath, a co-worker. For distinguished service to medicine, particularly to renal transplant surgery and organ preservation, to accreditation and professional standards, as an academic, author and clinician. Personalized gifts make great birthday presents for the special person in your life. For significant service to plastic and reconstructive medicine, and to the community of the Asia-Pacific region. For service to the community through a range of roles. For service to the community through charitable organisations. In January 1962, the show was cancelled and replaced by the similar The Channel 9 Show, hosted by Newton.[4]. Newton left HSV-7 and went to GTV-9 in early 1959 to host a daytime television program In Melbourne Today. In October 2008, it was announced that he would be taking over the role of The Wizard in the Melbourne production of the musical Wicked, after the sudden death of Rob Guest. For significant service to the pharmacy profession at the state and national level. For significant service to electricity supply in Victoria through industry reform and restructuring, to education, and to the community of Gippsland. After GTV-9 purchased 3AK in April 1961, all GTV-9 personalities were expected to present programs on 3AK. For significant service to education through roles in the development of public policy and accreditation standards.