Reginald Andrew Wentworth Watson OAM. Reg was a full time, professional writer, speaker, and historian. He was a journalist with over 52 years of published experience. Sadly, Reg passed away on the 17th of March 2023. He has many major publications to his credit, most dealing with Tasmanian history, including military. His journalism has seen him contribute over a thousand articles, dealing with human interest, feature work and news reporting, to numerous newspapers and magazines state-wide, nation-wide, and overseas.
Reg awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM)
On the 10th of June, as part of the King’s Birthday 2025 Honours List, Reg was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division for his contribution to history.
Reflections
On the 2nd of July 2022 at a ceremony held in Melbourne, Reg was made a Life Member of the British Australian Community.
“The study of history allows us to understand our past and guide us going forward.
Reg Watson
We have much to lose if we don’t reflect on our history”
I recognise the incredible contribution that the early settlers and pioneers of Tasmania have made to society. I acknowledge their sacrifice, their endurance against massive odds and their leadership past, present and into the future. I honour those who went before me, including those soldiers who left our land to lay their life on the line. I acknowledge them all.