Honours
- 26 January 1984: Member of the Order of Australia in recognition of service to yachting, particularly as helmsman of the Australia II in the America's Cup challenge 1983.
- 18 September 1993: Member of the America's Cup Hall of Fame for outstanding achievement in the America's Cup.
- 14 July 2000: Australian Sports Medal for outstanding achievement in the America's Cup and general contribution
- 1 January 2001: Centenary Medal for service to Australian society through the sport of Sailing.
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