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A moving public memorial honored James Valentine, the beloved ABC broadcaster who died at 64, celebrating his three decades of heartfelt radio storytelling and his deep connection with listeners. Family, friends, and colleagues gathered at Sydney Town Hall to reflect on his wit, wisdom, and kindness — from his daughter’s tribute to his playful, generous spirit, to his son’s poignant memories of their final days and his choice of voluntary assisted dying. Leaders like Governor-General Sam Mostyn and ABC boss Hugh Marks praised his impact on public life and broadcasting, while veteran broadcaster Margaret Throsby captured the collective grief and admiration of an audience he touched profoundly. His legacy — as a man who saw the drama in everyday life and made listeners feel seen — lives on.

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