Vale David Morrow

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Australian Rugby League Commission (ARLC) Chairman Peter V'landys AM today paid tribute to broadcaster David Morrow, who has passed away.

One of the most recognisable voices in Rugby League, Morrow was announced as an inductee into the NRL Hall of Fame last week. He died after a battle with brain cancer.

Morrow was a radio and television commentator for the ABC from 1980 to 2014, calling Saturday football to a national audience on ABC television until 1996. He joined 2GB's rugby league commentary team in 2015.

"David has been one of the great voices of the game - recognised around the country for his wit, his insight and his knowledge," Mr V'landys said.

"I had the pleasure of knowing David throughout my career in sport and he was a champion in every sense of the word. I have been honoured and privileged to know him as a friend.

"In his final days, David knew how cherished he was in the Rugby League community, having been informed of his induction into the Hall of Fame. While it is terrible that we have lost David, it is comforting to know that he and his family were aware what the game felt about his achievements.

"David's life and contribution will be celebrated on August 21 at the Hall of Fame dinner. On behalf of the Commission, I extend our sincerest condolences to David's family, and all those who worked with him and knew him.