General News
18 August, 2024
Horsham mourns valued councillor
Horsham Rural City Council has paid tribute to Cr Bob Redden who died suddenly on Thursday, August 8.
Following a vacancy within council, Cr Redden was elected in September 2022.
Mayor Robyn Gulline said the 81-year-old would be remembered for his significant contributions to the Wimmera through council, his work in agricultural science and as a community volunteer.
“We are deeply saddened by the passing of Cr Bob Redden," Cr Gulline said.
"All of us at Horsham Rural City Council would like to extend our sincere condolences to his wife Virginia, family, friends and wider community that knew and cherished Bob.
“Bob was a gentleman.
"He was also a committed and level-headed councillor and his life experience and esteemed career were valuable assets for him during his time with council.
“He was passionate about advocating for and providing good services and infrastructure for the local community."
"His quiet and considered contribution will be greatly missed in the Chamber. Our thoughts and prayers are offered to Bob’s family at this difficult time."
The former seed curator and non-fiction writer had lived in the region since 2001, when he became Victorian Genebank curator for legumes and oilseed crops at Horsham’s Grains Innovation Park.
Born in South Australia, Cr Redden had lived interstate and overseas and had travelled extensively overseas throughout his career.
He was involved in local community groups such as Horsham East Rotary Club and Horsham and District University of the Third Age (U3A) and their committees and was Horsham Liberal Party president.
Cr Redden's seat on council will remain vacant until the October elections.