“We are profoundly shocked and saddened by news of their deaths. Richard and Carolyn made an immense contribution to the environmental movement in Australia, and were great friends and supporters,” said David Ritter, Chief Executive Officer of Greenpeace Australia Pacific.
“We’re thinking of their families and sending them our most sincere condolences. It is tragic to have such kind and generous people taken away so suddenly.
“The couple and their friend John were killed as they were returning from a protest meeting against coal mining on the Liverpool Plains, which speaks to their lifelong devotion to protecting local communities and Australia’s natural beauty.
“Carolyn and Richard were lovely people whom I was fortunate enough to know personally. We will always remember them for their friendship and passion and their extraordinary contribution to public life,” said Mr. Ritter.
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