In just over a week the latest inductee will be honoured at The National Collision Repairer‘s Lifetime Achievement awards.
The list of winners of NCR’s Lifetime Achievement Award ( see below) reads like a who’s who of the Australian repair industry over the last 20 years.
It has been noted that the accumulated wisdom of all these inductees adds up to several thousand years of experience and dedication to the collision repair industry in Australia.
So, who will be the latest person honoured to join their ranks?
Join us on Wednesday May 7 in Melbourne to find out! Tickets available here.
Here is a brief outline of our 2025 finalists for the Lifetime Achievement Awards;
Jason Trewin – I-CAR Australia
Trewin has over 35 years’ experience in the automotive industry— beginning as a panel technician and comes to the board as a seasoned leader including the continuing success of I-CAR Australia as an organisation dedicated to keeping workshops up to date in the latest techniques and skills.
Martin Dickinson – Wales Heavy Vehicle Repairs, AMA Group
Martin Dickinson, Wales Heavy Vehicle Repairs general manager and formerly Area Manager for AMA Group in North Queensland, has passionately dedicated himself to community programs that empower Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander youth. Martin has helped create pathways to employment and education for disadvantaged young people. His efforts have led to inspiring success stories, including apprenticeships in the automotive industry and the growth of students into industry leaders.
Greg Tunks – PPG Businesses Development
Greg Tunks, MVP Business Solutions Manager ANZ at PPG, is dedicated to enhancing safety and operational efficiency within the collision repair industry. Recognising the critical importance of emergency preparedness, he has championed the development of tailored emergency evacuation plans for collision centres across Australia and New Zealand. His proactive approach not only boosts safety standards but also helps businesses improve overall productivity and profitability, fostering a culture of preparedness and safety within the industry.
Bev Williams – Kangan University
Bev Williams OAM, Automotive Industry Placement Coordinator at Kangan Institute, has been awarded the prestigious World Federation Colleges and Polytechnics (WFCP) Awards of Excellence Lifetime Achievement Award (Gold) in recognition of her outstanding contributions to vocational education. Bev has played a pivotal role in guiding over 1,000 students from foundational studies to successful career placements in the automotive industry.
John Barry – Flagstaff Autobody
Celebrating 20 years in business, Flagstaff Autobody—led by industry veteran John Barry—stands as a beacon of independent excellence in Melbourne’s collision repair industry. With a career spanning decades, John has built a trusted, high-performing workshop grounded in quality, innovation, and resilience. John’s leadership has transformed Flagstaff Autobody into a modern, dynamic business that remains proudly independent and future-focused.
Phil Munday – Formerly AMA Group
Phil has had more than 50 years in the automotive industry. A true entrepreneur, he has built and led successful businesses from panel to motorsport (as well as businesses in other industries such as food and brewing) and partnered with insurance companies. Known and highly respected across the industry, Phil’s legacy includes building successful businesses, pioneering the PCM model, attracting Apprentices, developing tradespeople and managers, as well as supporting the local community and charitable causes.
Join us and find out who wins the prestigious accolade along with two other ghreat award The Woman in Automotive Award and the Next generation Leader award.
Don’t miss out, get your tickets here.
Proud supporters
The gathering each year represents a who’s who of the repair industry, including sponsors, collision repairers, suppliers, insurers, and previous inductees who gather to celebrate the people that make the industry strong, innovative and supportive.
PPG, PartsCheck, 3M, Sheen Group and Saint Gobain are just some of the major players who are supporting this special event that will feature the industry’s top award along with two other categories, including Woman in Automotive and Next Generation Leader.
Proud history
The full list of inductees is worth perusing to see how long, deep and generous the collision repair community is;
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- Craig Carey 2024
- Ben Chesterfield 2023
- Scott Donnelly 2023
- Morry Corvasce 2023
- Tony Cafasso 2022
- Michelle Morgan 2022
- Peter Ruggeri 2022
- Darren Wales 2022
- Steve Economidis 2021
- Garry Maher 2021
- Peter McMahon 2021
- Rob Mildenhall 2021
- Jeff Williams 2020
- Brad Franklin 2020
- Jim Vais 2020
- Mark Czvitkovits 2019
- Martin Stone AM 2019
- Julie Wadley 2019
- Walter Zuber (Int) 2019
- Garry Clear 2018
- Cec Simpson 2018
- Michael Wilkinson 2018
- Michael Killen 2017
- Carl Tinsley 2017
- Per Madsen (Int) 2017
- Rex Crowther (Int) 2017
- Tony Warrener OAM 2016
- Brenton Abbott 2016
- Owen Webb OAM 2015
- Phil Nixon 2015
- Trevor Parkes 2015
- Ian Wilkinson 2014
- Julie Thomas 2014
- Brian Johnson 2014
- Terry Feehan 2014
- Tom Vukelic 2013
- Robin Taylor 2013
- Ray McMartin 2013
- Colin Edwards 2013
- Tom Vukelic 2013
- Tony Farrugia 2012
- Bob Christie 2012
- John Zulian 2012
- Lance Weiss 2011
- Mark Brady 2011
- Don Wait OAM 2011
- Wayne Phipps 2010
- Richard Pratt 2010
- Bob Rees 2010
- Max Chanter 2009
- John Howes 2009
- Robert Renwick (Int) 2009
- David Newton-Ross 2009
- Terry Flanagan OAM 2008
- Marshall Duncan 2008
- Graham Winter 2008
- Jeff Hendler (Int) 2008
- Richard Nathan 2007
- David Weatherall 2007