Bert Van Manen (Forde, Liberal Party) Share this | Link to this | Hansard source

Our local Beenleigh community has lost a truly wonderful leader, volunteer and mentor, with the passing of Martin Corbley last week. Martin was a significant contributor to the Rotary Club of Beenleigh, providing an extraordinary 21 years of service. He held a number of executive positions within Rotary across multiple tenures, from club president to club secretary and club foundation chair, with his philanthropic efforts earning him the title of Rotary Foundation major donor level 1. His service was recognised earlier this year when Martin was given an honorary membership, the highest distinction that a club can bestow on a Rotarian, which, as stated by Rotary International, 'should be conferred only in exceptional cases'. As current club president Rachelle Mulraney describes his service: 'Martin ignited the club with his leadership and his steadfast support, and, alongside his wife, Marion, enriched countless Rotary projects and strengthened our local community.' In his working career, Martin was also a small-business owner, operating a small business for some 35 years. Martin was the heart of our Beenleigh community and will be sorely missed. My sincere condolences to Marion and his family. Vale, Martin Corbley.