Chief Minister Michael Gunner today expressed his condolences to the Deputy Administrator, Dr Pat Miller AO on the passing of her husband, David Miller.

“At this time, our thoughts and deepest sympathy go to Pat, her children and grandchildren and their extended family.

“David worked across the Territory, both out bush and in regional communities during a lifetime of bore drilling and helping to manage the Territory’s water resources.

“He was always a great support to Pat since her appointment as Deputy Administrator in 2002 and accompanied her on many formal engagements.

“David was also a Vietnam Veteran, serving for two years from 1967.”