THE FAMILY of Anthony Foster has accepted the Victorian government’s offer of a state funeral, which Premier Daniel Andrews says was to honour a man who “quietly and profoundly changed Australian history.”
Mr Foster, 64, died this week, reportedly after a major stroke.
Mr Andrews said in a statement today:
“History will record that a man named Anthony Foster quietly and profoundly changed Australian history.
“This afternoon, I offered his family a State Funeral in his honour.
“His wife, Chrissie, has accepted.
“Anthony campaigned tirelessly for justice from the Catholic Church.
“He fought evil acts that were shamefully denied and covered up.
“He and Chrissy lost so much, but never their dignity, grace and strength.
“Anthony won’t be forgotten, and the fight for justice goes on.