Thank you for the message Sandra. That is a shock to me, and what a sad loss. I only knew Jean from many conversations about birds, but there is now a large gap in the bird community from my viewpoint. My sympathy to
the many people with a close connection to this enthusiastic worker for local bird life. The flyway through her neighbourhood for departing Yellow-faced Honeyeaters should be given Jean’s name.
Geoffrey
From: Canberrabirds <>
On Behalf Of sandra henderson via Canberrabirds
Sent: Tuesday, August 22, 2023 7:59 AM
To: Canberra birds <>
Subject: [Canberrabirds] Some sad news
Many of you will be aware that long-term COG member Jean Casburn has been battling cancer for some time. Jean died peacefully last night (21 August).
Jean was a champion in the fight to have Bluetts Block saved from development, which led to her being the winner of the ACT Environment Award in 2022.
She was also a loved friend to many of us.
