John Butcher, a long-time campaigner for environmental and social justice, passed away on Invasion Day, aged 81.

About 200 friends, relatives and comrades from various campaigns gathered at the Rowers Club on the Cooks River on Gadigal Country, on February 5, to celebrate his life and achievements, speaking warmly of his contribution.

Sylvie Ellsmore, partner of Ben Butcher, John’s son, chaired the ceremony and said that John especially loved the Cooks River and worked tirelessly........

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