THE BARRY E LEACH PRESTIGE AWARD
The Barry E Leach Prestige Award is awarded occasionally to a person who has given exceptional service to the Institute and the Victorian water industry over a long period of time.
Barry E Leach was a member of the Institute for 18 years, including being President in 1978-1979 and Secretary from 1980-1992. Barry was awarded Life membership for his outstanding contribution to the Institute.
Recipients of the Barry E Leach Prestige
Award to date are:
- 1997 John Maglen
- 1998 John Wilkinson
- 2004 Laurie Gleeson
- 2007 Neil Brennan
- 2007 Jim Martin
- 2007 Dennis Cavagna
- 2012 Les Mathieson
- 2014 Les McLean
- 2016 Peter Quinn