It is with deep sadness that we note the passing of Graeme Turner, a pioneering scholar whose work helped define the fields of cultural and media studies in Australia and internationally. Emeritus Professor at The University of Queensland, Turner authored more than thirty books spanning film, television, journalism, new media, celebrity, and national identity, and his scholarship has shaped generations of researchers around the world. Turner was also a highly influential public advocate for the humanities. He served on national research committees, advised government bodies, and led major initiatives such as the Centre for Critical and Cultural Studies and the ARC Cultural Research Network. His contributions ensured that the humanities had a strong presence in national policy conversations. Within the Australian Academy of the Humanities, Turner served in several key leadership roles, including President. His guidance was thoughtful, strategic, and grounded in deep commitment to the future of the humanities. Graeme Turner was widely admired for his integrity, generosity, and vision. His passing is a profound loss to the many colleagues, students, and communities he influenced throughout his long career. SCMS extends its heartfelt condolences to his partner Chris, his family, friends, and colleagues.