Tributes have flowed in honour of Cr Rod Fyffe OAM, who has passed away at 75 after 38 years of dedicated service as a councillor.
The City of Greater Bendigo councillor served as Mayor four times and Deputy Mayor twice, and was highly regarded for his commitment to the community, environmental preservation, heritage buildings, the arts, and local sports.
Greater Bendigo Mayor Cr Andrea Metcalf and CEO Andrew Cooney issued a joint statement on Friday acknowledging the late Cr Fyffe’s remarkable contribution to the community and local government.
Victorian Premier and local member Jacinta Allan issued a statement reflecting on Cr Fyffe’s warm personality and dedication to public service.
Ms Allen thanked him for his personal support and advice over many years, and said that while he has left us, his legacy lives on.
Prior to his passing, Cr Fyffe prepared a statement that he asked the council to issue on his behalf.
He reflected on his 38 years as a councillor, describing it as one of the most rewarding things he had done, and encouraging others to serve their community in that way.
Vale Cr Rod Fyffe OAM.