Vale Robert (Bob) Hackett

It is with great sadness that we convey that another railway man has been lost way too early, passing away surrounded by family on the 16/1/2024 at 02:25 hours, after suffering an unexpected aneurysm.

Robert (Bob) Hackett born 2/9/1942, was a humble man by nature with a pure heart of gold and loving family man. 

He was a Professional Driver and staunch Union delegate, whose career extended for 41 years when he decided he would take redundancy in 1998 at the age of 56. As he said, 41 years is enough work for anyone, especially a Train Driver.

Bob passed the reins onto his son Eliott and let’s just say the apple didn’t fall far from the tree, taking up from his dad. 

Robert (Bob) Started on the railway in Junee in 1957 as a call boy, riding his bike around town in all weather conditions calling crews.

He found his calling as a fireman on the steam and years later driver, known as an absolute professional behind the controls and a longer serving and dedicated Union Delegate.

Bob will be sorely missed by many.