State funeral for Les Murray

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has offered a State Funeral for SBS broadcaster, Les Murray.

He passed away on Monday following a battle with illness, aged 71.

SBS Managing Director, Michael Ebeid, said: “We’ve seen an incredible outpouring of grief from the football world and beyond since Monday, with tributes flooding in for the man who will be remembered as a much loved sporting personality, broadcasting icon, partner, father, grandfather, colleague and mentor – and above all, an inspiring Australian story.

“You’d be hard pressed to find someone more passionate about football, and a stronger advocate for the role of the game in bringing people together.

“Les was not only an instrumental figure in the popularity and success of football in Australia and making the world game a part of our culture today, but throughout his life he was also a dedicated advocate for refugees and a champion of multiculturalism, someone who truly embodied what SBS represents.

“It’s entirely fitting that his life and lasting legacy will be marked in this way, recognising his incredible contributions to the game and country that he loved.”

No date or venue has been set as yet.