Twentyman was known for his work with at-risk youth, particularly in the city’s western suburbs. He was 76.
A strong advocate for Melbourne’s western suburbs, the Les Twentyman Foundation helped thousands of vulnerable young people through education and outreach programs.
“Our thoughts, love and prayers are with Les’s wife, Cherie, and his family at this most difficult time.”A talented footballer, he would spend weekends with his grandmother watching Williamstown in the old VFA league.He was chased by Footscray when he was 15, after winning the best and fairest and goal-kicking at Albion.Federal government minister Bill Shorten, whose seat of Maribyrnong is in Melbourne’s inner west, said he spoke to Twentyman this week and he was still working.
Victorian Deputy Premier Ben Carroll said he was deeply saddened by the death and that Twentyman’s early intervention tactics “saved lives”. Victorian Minister for Youth Natalie Suleyman called the 76-year-old a “tireless campaigner” for the city’s young people.
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