Dale Elphinstone was appointed an Officer (AO) of the Order of Australia in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List. Dale has been the dealer principal of William Adams Cat for over 40 years. William Adams is part of the Australian Cat® network, they design, manufacture and supply Cat® heavy equipment for mining and construction in Victoria and Tasmania. This award recognises Dale’s contribution to business and his philanthropic work. Dale said he was both humbled and very honoured to receive this award, and said it recognises the efforts and dedication of people in the many communities in which the Elphinstone Group operate.