Tuesday, 18 June 2024

 Bridget VALLENCE (Evelyn) (15:27): I rise to commemorate the life of Peter Manders, a leader in industry and our community, a family man, a Liberal Party stalwart and a dear friend. Peter had an amazing 50-year career at Carlton & United Breweries and the Foster’s Group, where he held the distinguished role of master brewer. Peter also served as the chief judge for the Australian International Beer Awards for 10 years. Peter was a tremendous servant to the Wandin and Yarra Valley community for decades. He personified the volunteer spirit. Peter served as Wandin Yallock school council president for years, fundraising and enabling improvements to school facilities. Peter was also a charter member of the Rotary Club of Wandin and served as president as well as in many other roles during his 40 years of membership. He was a Paul Harris Fellow with Sapphire and was bestowed with life membership of Wandin Rotary for his outstanding service. Peter was a long-term treasurer of the Mont De Lancey historical homestead board, on which we served together as board members. For the Liberal Party, Peter was a long and hardworking member for 34 years, serving in many roles, including as chairman of the Evelyn electorate council when I became the candidate in 2018. I will be forever grateful for his support and friendship. To Peter’s wife Annemarie and sons Chris and Tim, you have my deepest condolences. Peter was a great Australian, and I was privileged to call Peter my friend. Vale, Peter Manders.