John Doyle (6 works by)
Also writes as: Roy Slaven
Born: Established: 1953 ;
Gender: Male

BiographyHistory

John Doyle graduated from Newcastle Teachers College in 1973 and gained a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Newcastle in 1978. He has worked extensively in radio and televsion, in drama and comedy, as both performer and writer. Doyle is well-known for his partnership with Greg Pickhaver and the creation of their humorous characters 'Rampaging' Roy Slaven and H. G. Nelson.

Awards

2010 Order of Australia Member of the Order of Australia (AM) For service to the media as a presenter and entertainer, and as a supporter of a range of charitable organisations, particularly the United Nations Children's Fund in Australia.

Awards for Works

Marking Time , 2003 film/TV single work
2004 winner Australian Film Institute Awards Best Telefeature or Mini-Series
2004 winner Australian Film Institute Awards Best Screenplay (Television)
2004 winner New South Wales Premier's Literary Awards Script Writing Award
2004 winner AWGIE Awards Television Award Mini-Series (Original)
Changi , 2001 film/TV single work
2002 winner AWGIE Awards Television Award Mini Series (Original) for Private Bill, episode 3.