Vale Kay Van Norton It is with a heavy heart that we remember Kay Van Norton Poche AO, whose extraordinary philanthropy and dedication to healthcare have profoundly enriched our community. Kay, alongside her husband Gregory Poche AO, made extraordinary philanthropic investments that continue to shape healthcare and support vulnerable populations. Their generous $6 million donation to the Manly Adolescent and Young Adult Hospice in 2023 stands as a testament to Kay’s commitment to compassionate healthcare for all. More recently, Kay and Gregory’s $20 million gift to establish a world-leading cancer clinical trials research and development centre at Royal North Shore Hospital and North Shore Private Hospital represents a huge stride in cancer treatment innovation. Partnering with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Centre in New York, this centre aims to expand access to cutting-edge therapies and improve outcomes for cancer patients worldwide. Kay’s dedication to advancing healthcare extended beyond financial support. She was a passionate advocate for Indigenous health and medical research initiatives, recognised with an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in 2019 for her distinguished service to the community. Our thoughts are with Greg, Kay’s family, and Vale John Walsh It is with great sadness that the district and the Kolling Institute acknowledged the passing of Professor John Walsh AO. Professor Walsh had a longstanding relationship with many researchers across the district and was immensely respected by his colleagues. Having a background as an actuary, Professor Walsh applied his expertise to many projects over his life, specifically policy development and research related to disability and rehabilitation. In 2014 the John Walsh Centre for Rehabilitation Research was named in honour of him and the centre has since played an integral role within the Kolling Institute. Over the past decade, Professor Walsh provided advice to researchers at the centre both on an informal basis and as a researcher for specific projects. For around ten years Professor Walsh also held an appointment as an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney. Professor of Rehabilitation Medicine and Senior Staff Specialist Ian Cameron said John’s continuous guidance and generosity was a highlight of his working relationship with Professor Walsh.
“John was always generous with his time. His knowledge of rehabilitation and disability issues was vast,” he said. “John provided guidance on clinical, policy, public health and actuarial issues related to disability and rehabilitation.” Our deepest condolences and best wishes are with Professor Walsh’s loved ones during this time.
all who were touched by her kindness and generosity during this difficult time. Kay’s spirit of compassion and her commitment to improving healthcare will be cherished and remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
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