Gordon Hocking

Gordon Hocking "is a retired small businessman. His childhood was spent on a Riverina sheep station where he experienced droughts and floods and developed a respect for ecosystems' carrying capacity.

"Gordon has been involved in environmental activism for many years, including serving terms as president of the Sydney Branch of the Australian Conservation Foundation, and national president of Sustainable Population Australia. He was awarded the Centenary Medal for "service to the community".

"Gordon is currently President of SPA New South Wales Branch. His letters have been published in major newspapers and he regularly contributes to talk-back radio in his sustainability advocacy."

• Former Executive Committee member, Sustainable Population Australia