Obituaries
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- AFL 2024
The pale, raw-boned boy who became an AFL legend
Uncompromising as a player, coach and commentator, Robert Walls was a respected and influential figure in Australian football for more than 50 years.
- Andrew Stafford
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Unending struggle to make a better world was much valued
The former state and federal Labor politician Race Mathews was driven by a passion for fairness and justice, and a commitment to equality, democracy and empowerment.
- Iola Mathews
Survivor of five camps built good life in Australia
Otto Kohn’s friendship, goodness and generosity affirmed that you can transform sorrow into success and trauma into triumph.
- Ralph Genende
From late night writing to early morning baking
Being the first political correspondent for The Age in Japan required a gentle touch and proved to be Rolf Lie’s strength.
- Sandra Lie
The ‘Greek volcano’ gave a voice to refugees
To some, Petro Georgiou was considered the conscience of the Liberal Party of Australia.
- Dino Georgiou
Darwin bombing veteran gave his all to Australia
Brian Winspear, one of the last veterans who went through the first World War II air raid on Darwin, has died in Hobart aged 104.
- Tom Lewis
‘The epitome of suave, and achieved so much’
At the height of his fame, it seemed that everyone – from governors-general to racecourse touts – wanted to meet Richard Zachariah. He enjoyed notoriety but was never seduced by it.
- Andrew Clark
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- Australian cricket
The more hostile the bowling, the more Keith liked it
Keith Stackpole, who died this week, was a fierce competitor, a loyal teammate and a courageous opening batsman who loved facing the short stuff.
- Greg Chappell
Fearless advocate, compassionate leader, and rule-breaker for justice
From the slums of Glasgow to the streets of Melbourne, the Reverend Fredric Holland’s ministry was never confined to the pulpit.
- Joni Tooth and Bruce Best
Blended scientific brilliance with creativity and soul
Jenni Evans was a world leader in meteorology and climate science, taking an approach that combined mathematics, computational data science and a commitment to solving problems.
- David Burton