The Peter Goodenough Lecture is an annual lecture to honour the legacy of giving by Mr Peter Goodenough (1935 – 2004) and is supported by the Peter Goodenough bequest. It is to be given by a prominent speaker who will target the role and importance of philanthropy and science funding to biomedical research.

The bequest, which included funding for a research laboratory is a showcase example of how members of the community can make a powerful and lasting contribution to the future health of all Australians. Mr Goodenough resolved to ensure his personal wealth would be directed to fighting MND, even though he knew he would personally not benefit from the research.

Peter Goodenough Memorial Lecture 2024: Understanding mental disorders - bridging insights from the brain

30 October 2024 5:00pm6:00pm
Professor John McGrath, psychiatrist and conjoint Professor at the Queensland Brain Institute, will explore theories related to the origins of schizophrenia.

Peter Goodenough Memorial Lecture 2023

6 September 2023 5:00pm7:00pm
We are pleased to announce the 2023 Peter Goodenough Memorial Lecture:

New visions for mental health care: Using neuroscience to personalise treatments
By Professor Leanne Williams

Peter Goodenough Memorial Lecture 2019

20 August 2019 5:00pm6:00pm
Please join us at the 2019 Peter Goodenough Memorial Lecture presented by Dr Norman Swan, multi-award winning producer and broadcaster, and current producer and presenter of the Health Report on ABC Radio.

Peter Goodenough Memorial Lecture 2009

27 August 2009 6:00pm
Professor Harvey Whiteford