BRUCE POSTLE

Bryan never ceased to amaze me with the people and places he knew, no matter what the occasion. After a long day covering an Adelaide Test between England and Australia, then developing, printing and sending picture-grams, Bryan suggested that it was time for a drink. He led the way to a nearby pub, which was closed. I thought that he did not realise how late it was. Bryan, apparently undeterred, made his way round to a rear door. He pressed a bell, the door opened and the hotel manager greeted us: ‘Bryan … come on in’.

He poured us a beer then suggested we make our way to an inside room where an American blues and jazz band was rehearsing for a concert the following night. We were the only ones there. The music was fantastic and the band played for around an hour. When they stopped for a meal they asked us to join them. It was a great night that did not finish until long after midnight. Needless to say we were slightly the worse for wear at the Test next day.

Denise, you and Bryan have been great friends to so many people over many years. He will always be remembered and sadly missed. We will always remember the happy times that we spent with you both, at your home and at numerous restaurants, during my assignments at the Test cricket, the Grand Prix and the Royal Tours.

Our thoughts are with you and your family.

Bruce and Helen Postle