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The monument commemorates Romeo Watkins Lahey for his services in preserving the environment for the enjoyment of present and future generations.
Romeo Watkins Lahey, M.B.E.(1887 –1968) was an Australian businessman, civil servant and conservationist. A keen explorer, Lahey enjoyed roaming the forests with his spare time. His father, David Lahey, also one ofTamborine Shire Council`s councillors, inspired Lahey to be a conservationist. He had exhibited a high degree of conservationism from a young age. Recognising the value in preserving the forests, he tirelessly campaigned, which resulted in the establishment of Lamington National Park in July 1915. In April 1930, Lahey founded the National Parks Association of Queensland (NPAQ), where he served as president till his death in 1968.
Location
| Address: | Lamington National Park Road , Lamington National Park, Green Mountains Section, Lamington National Park , 4275 |
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| State: | QLD |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -28.188349 Long: 153.119593 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Monument |
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| Monument Theme: | People |
| Sub-Theme: | Community |
| Link: | http://adb.anu.edu.au/ |
Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Sunday 28th May, 1967 |
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R. W. Lahey. M.B.E., M.E.
This plaque honours Romeo Watkins Lahey M.B.E., M.E. for his distinguished service to the community in furthering the National Park ideal of preserving areas unimpaired for the enjoyment of present and future generations and for his persistent efforts resulting in the proclamation of Lamington National Park on 31st July 1915.
Mr. Lahey subsequently donated to the Crown valuable areas for addition to this magnificent National Park
