The honorary awardees demonstrate outstanding leadership, service and impact across their fields and communities.
UNSW conferred honorary awards on three distinguished individuals whose contributions span the law and justice, animal welfare and ethical research, and business innovation and philanthropy.
The Hon. Keith Mason AC KC – 23 March, 2pm – Doctor of Laws

The Hon. Keith Mason AC KC The Hon. Justice Keith Mason AC KC received the degree of Doctor of Laws honoris causa in recognition of his eminent service to the law, distinguished judicial leadership, and significant contributions to legal scholarship, law reform, and the broader community.
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Ross Fenton – 25 March, 10am – Honorary Fellowship

Mr Ross Fenton received an Honorary Fellowship in recognition of his outstanding and long-standing voluntary service to UNSW, his leadership in advancing ethical research practices, and his dedicated advocacy for animal welfare within the University and the broader community.
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Kim Harding OAM – 27 March, 10am – Doctor of Business

Kim Harding OAM received the degree of Doctor of Business honoris causa in recognition of her exceptional contributions to business and entrepreneurship, her visionary leadership in innovation and payments, and her profound philanthropic impact in advancing education and opportunities for young women.
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Image: L-R: Mace Bearer, Emeritus Professor Stephen Dain, The Hon. Keith Mason AC KC, UNSW Chancellor, Warwick Negus, UNSW Dean of Law & Justice, Professor Andrew Lynch.
Image credits: Mark Newsham Photography.
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