Making Waves

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Making Waves is written by David Penington and published by The Miegunyah Press. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0522857442 (ISBN 10) and 9780522857443 (ISBN 13).

Engaging and well-written, this memoir offers insight into the public and private life of David Penington, one of Australia's leading public health experts and the former vice chancellor of the University of Melbourne. A fascinating read, the narrative reveals a tireless leader who, at every stage of his working life, has never shunned public controversy in a bid to improve the lives of all Australians. From his appointment to St. Vincent’s Hospital through his assistance in the implementation of the Medicare system, this autobiography highlights Penington’s accomplishments and contributions to Australia’s national public health policy.