Major General The Honourable Peter Arnison
"I’m thrilled to back the Healthy Moreton Bay Initiative, restoring Moreton Bay by the 2032 Olympics for Queensland’s prosperity and Australia’s global conservation leadership—a resilient bay with thriving marine life, boosting eco-tourism and sustainable fisheries, and showcasing cutting-edge science.
UQ and The Goodman Foundation lead this 10-year plan with science, advocacy, and action. Goals: $30M endowment for lasting impact; $5M for a Chair and programs. With The Goodman Foundation’s $1M pledge, we need your support—donate, advocate, or share expertise—to reach $4M by March 2026."
Major General The Honourable Peter Arnison AC, CVO, KStJ, served 37 years in the Australian Army, retiring in 1996 as Land Commander Australia. He was Queensland's Governor (1997–2003), appointed by Her Majesty The Queen, and Chancellor of Queensland University of Technology (2004–2012). He chaired the Centre for Military and Veterans' Health, served as Director of ENERGEX Ltd, and held roles with the Queensland Community Foundation and Australian Multicultural Foundation.
Major General Arnison holds an Economics degree from The University of Queensland and honorary doctorates from QUT, UQ, Griffith, and Southern Queensland universities. His honours include Companion of the Order of Australia, Commander of the Royal Victorian Order, and Knight of Grace of St John of Jerusalem.
The time to act is now
Get in touch to discuss how you can make a difference.
Brenda Tournier
Associate Vice President, Advancement
b.tournier@uq.edu.au 0447 537 384
Read the case for support to learn more: Healthy Moreton Bay Initiative: A thriving coastal ecosystem by 2032 (PDF, 2.6 MB)
