Ian Kiernan
1994 Australian of the Year Environmental Campaigner and 'Clean Up Australia' Chairman
Biogragrahy:
DOB: 1 / Jan / 1940
From: New South Wales
Ian was a builder for 35 years before he sailed around the world and became concerned at the amount of rubbish clogging up the world's oceans. On his return, he committed himself to doing something about it. Clean Up Sydney Harbour Day took place in 1989. A staggering 40 000 volunteers turned out to lend a hand. Two decades on, more than seven million people have contributed to annual Clean Up Australia Days, Schools Clean Up Days and even Business Clean Ups. The campaign has gone global and now 40 million people from more than 80 countries are involved.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of our beloved founder and Chairman, environmentalist and yachtsman, Ian Kiernan AO. https://www.cleanup.org.au/in-memory-of-ian-kiernan We invite you to share your memories in tribute to Ian by posting using the hashtag #IanKiernan. One of Ian's requests was that, rather than flowers, people support his passion and commitment to Clean Up Australia. A donation in Ian's name will assist us to continue and expand his work to preserve and protect our precious environment. Condolences, personal messages and stories can also be shared using the link above. As we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of his vision we will ask communities to band together in his honour, proud of what has been achieved, determined to continue his works. Because as Ian so clearly claimed ….. E=1. Read More →
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