Andrew Peacock

Andrew Peacock served in the governments of John Gorton, William McMahon, and Malcolm Fraser before twice leading the Liberal Party in opposition. His ministerial responsibilities included the army, external territories, and foreign affairs. He supported Papua New Guinea's independence; Papua New Guinea later made him a Grand Companion of the Order of Logohu. ^{1, 2}

After years of rivalry for the Liberal leadership, Peacock accepted John Howard's invitation to become ambassador to the United States. His knowledge of American politics and personal contacts crossed party lines. ²

Peacock remained connected to American public life after the embassy and died in Austin, Texas, in April 2021. Australian tributes emphasised both his diplomatic service and his contribution to Papua New Guinea's transition to independence. ^{1, 2}