Former Tasmanian Premier Tony Rundle has died at the age of 86 after a battle with illness.
Rundle served as Premier from 1996 to 1998 and was known for his leadership during a challenging period in Tasmania’s history, including his support for tougher gun laws following the Port Arthur massacre. He represented the electorate of Braddon as a Liberal MP from 1986 to 2002. Colleagues and political leaders have remembered him as a reformist and mentor who made a lasting impact on the state.
His legacy includes significant contributions to public safety and political reform in Tasmania.
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While I didn’t always agree with his party’s policies, Tony Rundle earned respect across the spectrum for backing the gun law reforms after Port Arthur—it took real courage. It's rare to see that kind of leadership today, especially when it comes to putting public good ahead of politics. His passing is a real loss for Tasmania.
Rundle earned respect across the aisle—his push for gun reform after Port Arthur showed real leadership when it mattered most.
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Vale Tony Rundle
The Tasmanian Government mourns the passing of former Premier Tony Rundle. Tony was Premier from 1996 to 1998 and was a long-serving Liberal Member for Braddon between 1986 and 2002. Premier Jeremy Rockliff paid tribute to Tony as a mentor and a reformist who never shied away from the challenge of leadership.
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Former Tasmanian Premier Tony Rundle dies
Former Tasmanian Premier Tony Rundle has died, leaving behind a legacy of reform and leadership during a period of significant change for the island state. Rundle served as Premier from 1996 to 1998 and represented the electorate of Braddon as a Liberal MP from 1986 to 2002.
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