Sad News to End the Year - Peter Fox and Ada Cornell

The Melbourne Park Allotment Association regrets to advise a couple of sad pieces of news in respect of two long time members of the Association.

Peter Fox sadly passed away prior to Christmas. Peter was a long standing plot holder, with almost 50 years on site. An original committee member, he could always be relied upon for a chat, especially about the state of local football. Karen and Tony attended his funeral service on behalf of the Association.


Peter Fox enjoying a cup of Tony's mystery brew at the mince pie and coffee morning, December 2014.

On Christmas Eve, Ada Cornell, wife of our Honorary President Arthur Cornell, sadly passed away. Arthur and Ada had an enormous influence and relationship with the Allotment site, having tended plots since 1947 when Arthur de-mobilised. Ada was heavily involved in the local Chelmsford shows and competitions on behalf of the site, as well as competing on her own behalf. The Association still holds various trophies recognising Ada's winning contributions. Ada also acted as the Association secretary when it was re established 17 years ago and was always at Arthurs side in the trading hut, come rain, shine or snow.


Ada cornell.

We have sent our sympathies and best wishes on behalf of the Association to the families and friends of two wonderful individuals who both had such a long standing relationship with the Melbourne Park Allotment Site.