Wednesday, 13 November 2024

Eleanor Bryant

Josh BULL (Sunbury) (10:13): Eleanor Bryant tragically lost her life earlier this week doing what she always did: putting children first. She was a wife, a mother of two and a proud member of staff of the Macedon Ranges Montessori Pre-School in the neighbouring Macedon electorate. She lost her life protecting children in her care as an out-of-control vehicle entered the kindergarten precinct on Monday afternoon. The outpouring of grief locally is a demonstration of the regard in which she was held. A friend of mine and local Elisha, whose own daughter Marley has been under Eleanor’s care, shared online the following:

Eleanor, you made such an impact on Marley’s life. You were her biggest advocate, her game-changer I would call you, and her constant supporter. If Marley grows up to be confident and able to speak freely, it will be because of you.

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Our hearts are broken. You were one of the kindest, most dedicated people, changing lives for the better.

To Eleanor’s children, her husband, her extended family and her friends, I share our deepest, most heartfelt condolences. We have lost a local hero. May you rest in peace.