Henri Szeps Henri Szeps Henri Szeps OAM (born 2 October 1943) is an Australian character actor of stage and television, and has also featured in films. Szeps was born in Lausanne, Switzerland, he is probably best known for his role in the classic Australian comedy series "Mother and Son" as Dentist Robert Beare with Garry McDonald, the late Ruth Cracknell and Judy Morris. Another prominent role was in "Palace of Dreams" for which he received a Penguin Award. He also played the role of Saul, central character Frank's doctor in "Travelling North" a part played by Leo McKern. He has played numerous
Howard McKern awarded First-Class Honours in Chemistry and Geology. McKern received a Diploma in Chemistry from the Sydney Technical College in 1942, while studying physiology, microbiology and botany. In 1957 he completed a Master of Science degree, by thesis, at the University of New South Wales. McKern worked from 1936 until 1945 in analytical and organic chemistry in the Parramatta chemical laboratory of Meggitt Limited, and during that time was promoted to Assistant Chemist. In July 1945, McKern joined the staff of the Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences as head of the Chemistry Department and was engaged in research on the