Community
10 August, 2026
Region loses a hero and a gentleman
Bob Montgomery was a hero and a gentleman according to Member for Whitlam Carol Berry.
Bob Montgomery was a hero and a gentleman according to Member for Whitlam Carol Berry.
“He was driven by compassion and kindness and was a truly generous, inspiring and extraordinary man.”
Mr Montgomery passed away on August 3 – days after completing an epic bike ride from Broome to Bowral with his grandson to raise money for Motor Neurone Disease.
It is understood Mr Montgomery raised more than $300,000 for MND research and awareness – including more than $120,000 from his most recent ride.
The 5000km trek took Mr Montgomery and grandson Tom Malcolm, 18, six weeks to complete.
Mrs Berry – who welcomed Bob and Tom on their arrival in Bowral – described their achievement as “truly extraordinary”.
“Their determination, resilience and unwavering commitment to making a difference have inspired communities across the country,” she said at the time.
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