The latest regular meeting of Nillumbik Shire Council heard a tribute to the late John Brenan, former Principal of Eltham College.
“John was Principal of Eltham College from 1987 to 1999, and College Life Member,” the Council was told.
“He was instrumental in the establishment of Clean Energy Nillumbik in 2017, serving for six years as Chairperson and Committee member, dedicating endless hours to governance, operations and events.
“John was President for many years and a Committee Member of the Wadambuk St Andrews Community Centre Committee of Management.
“As a member of the St Andrews Community Centre Steering Committee he was also instrumental in the rebuild of Wadumbuk.
“He was a Member of Council’s Environment and Sus-tainability Advisory Committee from 2019 to 2022 and a volunteer bus driver with the Community Transport Service.
“John was an energetic and enthusiastic contributor to the Nillumbik community, and was passionate about inspiring and helping communities to take steps to achieve zero emissions targets.
“Following the 2009 bushfires, John and wife Sarah re-built their home with a focus on sustainability. “John will be remembered for his tireless contributions in his personal, professional and community life, his commitment, leadership, mentoring and generosity.”