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Walter Mikac

Few would not know Walter Mikac's story. The loss of his wife and two young daughters at the Port Arthur shootings in Tasmania in 1996, touched the world.

"Walter's story is one of tremendous courage & hope. Like all Australians I have been deeply moved by the strength & grace shown by Walter"... John Howard, Prime Minister and Patron of the AMF.

In the years that followed, Walter channelled his grief into a purpose. He wrote books, lobbied politicians for gun law reform, and helped set up a charity, The Alannah and Madeleine Foundation for child victims of crime.

He has been named a National Living Treasure and has spoken at the National Press Club.