Vale Doug Donoghue AM

AOC3 years ago

The AOC is mourning the passing of a stalwart of the Olympic movement in Australia and former member of the AOC Executive, Doug Donoghue.

AOC President Ian Chesterman says Doug Donoghue made an enormous contribution to AOC over many decades of service.

“He was fundamental in the management and growth of our Australian Olympic Foundation that will provide a lastingly legacy for Australian athletes.

“He played a pivotal role on the Executive and I personally learnt a great deal from Doug when I served along side him when I first joined the Executive.

“Doug was a kind and loyal man who gave so much to the Olympic movement in this country, as well as his beloved sport of rowing.

“We are all saddened by the news of his passing and he will be greatly missed.

IOC Vice President and IOC Member John Coates paid this tribute to Doug Donoghue.

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