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 From 1971 to
1994, Sir Edward was President of The Playground and Recreation Association of
Queensland. For over 90 years, the Association has aimed to ‘promote the
physical, mental and social well-being and advancement of children and adults in
the State of
Queensland
by the provision of adequate facilities including trained leaders for play and
recreation’.
As President,
Sir Edward was extraordinarily effective in extracting donations great and small
for the Association. In March 1994, his contribution was awarded with a life
membership.
 Sir Edward was
also an active member of the Queensland Cancer Fund’s Anti-Cancer Council from
1983 to 1995, serving as Trustee of the Fund for 8 years.
 He
was
a founding member and trustee of the Queensland Overseas Foundation from 1976 to
1996. The Foundation is a voluntary, non-profit organisation. It provides young
people with the opportunity to broaden their vocational horizons and improve
their career prospects by working overseas.
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