Award

Bruce Webb Medal (2005 - )

Geological Society of Australia - South Australia Division

From
2005
Functions
Award, Geology and Mineralogy or Mining
Website
https://www.gsa.org.au/Public/Public/Divisions/SA_Subpages/Bruce_Webb_Medal.aspx

Summary

The Bruce Webb Medal has been awarded since 2005 by the South Australian Branch of the Geological Society of Australia. Presented annually, it recognises a person distinguished for leadership and/or contributions to advancing knowledge of the earth sciences in South Australia. Bruce Webb was one of Australian's most highly respected mining geologists who played a major role in opening up South Australia's mineral resources, particularly the Olympic Dam ore body and the Copper Basin oil and gas field.

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