Murray Halberg a New Zealand middle-distance runner passed away on Wednesday, November 30 2022. He was 89. Athletics NZ issued a statement confirming the Olympic champion’s death on Wednesday evening.
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Minister for Sport and Recreation Grant Robertson gave a statement on the death of Sir Murray Halberg.
“Sir Murray was an extraordinary athlete. His gold medal in the 5000m at the Rome Olympic Games in 1960 has been immortalised as part of New Zealand’s golden afternoon at the Games, with Peter Snell winning the 800 metres,” the statement begins.
“As a country we have so much to be thankful for from Sir Murray’s life. He was one of our best, a member of the Order of New Zealand, a humble man of compassion and vision.
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“My condolences go to his family and friends, and to all those who were touched by his work. Rest in Peace, Sir Murray.”
He also won gold medals in the 3 mile events at the Commonwealth Games in 1958 and 1962. Since establishing the Halberg Trust in 1963, he has worked to improve the lives of disabled children.
Halberg is survived by his wife, Lady Phyllis and three children, Greta, Carl and Stefan, and his two grandchildren.
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