Hume council will explore opportunities to find a suitable place to recognise the legacy of Sunbury legend Tony McMahon, who died earlier this month.
Mr McMahon was a life member of the Sunbury Agricultural Show, having served on the show’s committee for more than 20 years and participated in the events from a young age.
As well as working for decades as a milk manufacturer, Mr McMahon remained a supporter of community sport, and was named the Kiwanis Club of Sunbury citizen of the year in 2016.
He died aged 67.
Councillor Jack Medcraft said it was important for council to do its bit to respect his memory.
“The McMahon name… the whole family… have been an integral part of Sunbury for many years,” Cr Medcraft said.
“[He] put effort into making Sunbury a great place to live.
“I know he was hanging out to see the opening of the 100th Sunbury Show.”
Cr Jarrod Bell said Mr McMahon was “synonymous” with Sunbury.
“He was Mr Show… When the show gets to have its day, it will not only be a celebration of 100 years [of the show] but also of a great man.”
Cr Trevor Dance said Mr McMahon had provided great input into Sunbury over the years.
Hume council officers will prepare a report to be presented at a future meeting.
Oliver Lees
