Friends and family of Kane Symons, the Tasmanian man in his 20’s who was killed in the NSW bus crash on Sunday Night, are coming together to remember their “superman”.
Kane is from Tasmania, but was living in Singleton on the NSW Hunter River at the time.
He went to St Virgil’s school in Hobart from 2010 to 2017, with the school taking to social media on Tuesday to share their sadness of the “tragic loss” of an ‘Old Virgilian’ and brother of current staff member, Miss Jamie Symons.
Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff says his thoughts are “very much” with Kane’s family, friends and loved ones, and “all those affected by this horrific tragedy”.
The Carlton Beach Surf Club, which Kane was a member of, are opening their club doors from 5.30pm on Wednesday in memory of “a leader, a great bloke and a mate to many”.
“Dear Members and Friends – Our Clubrooms will be open tonight from 5.30pm for a hug, cuppa, beer, to be with friends, to share a story or for whatever you need it to be really,” the club posted on Facebook.
In a statement, Carlton Park President Christine Gaby described Kane as “a remarkable leader, a genuine friend, and a beloved member of our community”.
“His vibrant personality and unwavering dedication to surf lifesaving touched the lives of many within and beyond our club,” she said.
“Kane’s infectious enthusiasm, positive spirit, and constant encouragement have left an indelible mark on our club, and his loss will be deeply felt by all who had the privilege of knowing him.”
Kane was one of 10 killed in the tragic incident.
