Kiama Council has paid tribute to the late Peter Stuckey, a former Manager of Parks and Gardens at the organisation.
The Council says Mr Stuckey (pictured) was a well-loved member of staff and the community and will be best remembered for delivering the Kiama Coast Walk between Loves Bay and Werri Beach.
“Peter’s dedication to seeing this long dreamed of project made reality was no small thing, taking 13 years of planning, acquiring land and fencing,” Council said in a statement.
“Peter was also actively involved in other significant environmental initiatives for our region, contributing to the Illawarra Biodiversity Strategy and the Lake Illawarra Authority.”
At Council, Mr Stuckey was instrumental in leading a team that established Kiama’s reputation for having some of the best parks and gardens in the Illawarra.
Following his retirement in 2010, he continued to be an active community member, especially when it came to public open spaces.
“He most recently campaigned for the extension of the Coast Walk to Gerroa, which is now in its early stages,” Council said.
His funeral will be held at St Matthews Catholic Church in Jamberoo, at 11am on Monday 8 July.
