31/07/2026
We are sad to announce that our dear friend, bridge teacher , mentor and club member John Gill died this morning.
John grew up in Sydney in a bridge playing family , so there was always a “four for bridge” available.
His amazing bridge record speaks for itself, and he was known at the table for his sharp memory and great card play whether holding a grand slam, or a difficult hand. However teaching was one of his greatest joys.
He had a passion for bridge and a belief in sharing this with others.
John taught his beginners to give things a go and not be scared. He taught them to think for themselves and to be brave. His legacy will live on because of the countless lives he touched, and we now have the John Gill Shield for the winner of the pro am event .
John left us far too early as he had so much more to share, he will be remembered fondly as someone who knew that life, much like bridge ,should be played with courage, a good partner, and an open heart ❤️
John is pictured enjoying our Christmas party, and winning the pro am one year, plus playing bridge for the Australian team in 1976, against Omar Sharif.
Our thoughts are with Claudia and his family, he will be sorely missed.
