2006 Winner


Brian Austin

Brian is a long time member of several stamp clubs an societies, both here and overseas.
Throughout this involvement, he has actively promoted the hobby through club and public displays,
newspaper columns, radio and TV presentations and 'behind the scenes' work for Juniors and Seniors.

He edited and produced the Postmark Newsletter throughout it's eleven year existence and has,
over the past twenty years, served as an office-bearer in both the Postmark Circle and the Stirling Philatelic Society.
He is currently their Secretary and Treasurer, respectively

Brian has had a lengthy involvement with the WA Philatelic Council, initially as a Committee member
and then as a Public Relations Officer. He has been Auditor since 1994

He is active in the exhibiting area both as a State Judge, and as a member of organising committees.
He was Bin Room Manager for the 2004 SWAN RIVER STAMP SHOW, and a Chairman of the Organising Committee for NORTHPEX 96.
He is, in fact chairman of the Jury for this Year's Stamp Show.

Brian has broad collecting interests, with a particular affection for British India and postmarks of Western Australia.
He has entered innovative club displays competitively resulting in winning the Stirling Trophy four times,
and has exhibited at State and National events.

Overall Brian Austin has made a significant contributions to our hobby as both club member and administrator