Norman McCall Tulloh

Norman McCall Tulloh (22 April 1922 – 5 December 2019) was an Australian agricultural scientist, academic, and World War II veteran. He achieved international recognition in animal husbandry and made significant contributions to agricultural research, particularly through his long academic career at the University of Melbourne. He was appointed a Member of the Order of Australia in 2004 for his service to agricultural science.

Early life and education Tulloh was born in Horsham, Victoria, to Ivan Tulloh and Eliza Tulloh (née McCall). He grew up at Longerenong Agricultural College, where his father served as principal during the 1930s. After attending Dooen Primary School and Horsham High School, he enrolled in agricultural science at the University of Melbourne in 1940, residing at Ormond College. He was elected Fellow of the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (AATSE) in 1981, he was made Emeritus Professor in 1987.

Military writings and personal life Tulloh documented his wartime experiences in two books: Darwin 1942: An Army Truck Driver's Diary from World War II, and Letters Home (1943–45), based on his service in the 41st Australian Landing Craft Company. He also edited for publication the World War I diary of his father, who served in the 23rd Battalion, 6th Infantry Brigade, 2nd Division of the AIF.

From the 1960s, Tulloh experienced progressive hearing loss. In his mid-60s, he received a cochlear implant, becoming one of the oldest recipients under the care of Graeme Clark at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital. His treatment contributed to cochlear implant research for 25 years. Fellow, Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (1981) Member of the Order of Australia (AM), 2004 – for service to agricultural science as a researcher, educator, and administrator