Mr Sterge Karas AO OAM, Brisbane State High School, 1961

Sterge graduated from BSHS in 1961. Throughout his career, he has been heavily involved in, and is an advocate for, immigration law, current affairs and international relations. He is a committed Greek community ambassador.

Sterge became somewhat of a voice for asylum seekers, working as an independent merits reviewer for the Refugee Status Authority. In 2012 Sterge retired and is enjoying life with his wife, Alexandra.