Rudolf & Charlotte SchützePrint Page 
The plaque commemorates Rudolf W. E. Schütze O.A.M. (1913 - 2005) for his services to environmental organisations on the Fleurieu Peninsula, and his wife Charlotte who supported his work.
Rudolf Schütze was President of the Southern Districts Environment Group and was a member of the Society for Growing Australian Plants. He was a member of Trees for Life since 1982 and was granted Honorary Life Membership in 1989. Other community involvement was with the Noarlunga District Branch of the Good Neighbour Council of SA, the Calvary Lutheran Church and Christies Beach Penguin Group.
Location
| Address: | Patapinda Road & Market Crescent, , Old Noarlunga, 5168 |
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| State: | SA |
| Area: | AUS |
| GPS Coordinates: | Lat: -35.180654 Long: 138.503133 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate. |
Details
| Monument Type: | Plaque |
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| Monument Theme: | People |
| Sub-Theme: | Community |
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Dedication
| Actual Monument Dedication Date: | Friday 17th February, 2006 |
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In memory of Rudolf W. E. Schütze OAM (1913 - 2005)
Aware of the `God, Man, Nature` equation, he respected the Kaurna people and lands. Over a period of 36 years he worked for the health of this waterway, from the gorge to the sea, successfully seeking its dedication as a reserve.
A passionate `Steward of the Earth` he was a lobbyist and volunteer in many environmental organisations on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
In memory also of his wife Charlotte H. Schütze (1913 - 1995) who consistently supported his work.
Unveiled by Hon John Hill MP Minister for Environmental and Conservation
17 February 2006
