Former Edward River Council mayor Norm Brennan, described by the council as a “friend and champion of the region”, has died.
Norm served Edward River Council for five years as mayor and prior to that, as a councillor of Conargo Shire Council for 21 years, 12 of those as mayor.
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“While his achievements in local government are numerous and include being added to the Emeritus Mayor Honour Roll in 2008 and being awarded the Outstanding Service Award in 2015, Norm was also successful in lobbying for many major projects in the area,” a spokesperson for council said in a statement.
He represented the concerns of the district and worked to ensure residents were heard, particularly in issues relating to water regulation and healthcare services.
“He was known to the staff and councillors of Edward River and Conargo Shire councils as a kind and decent man,” the spokesperson said.
“Edward River Council extends its sympathies to Norm’s wife Linda, his children, and grandchildren and all those who loved him.
“We are saddened he was just starting to enjoy his retirement after so many years of dedicated public service at the time of his passing.
“An enormous figure, Norm will be sadly missed and never forgotten.”
