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Vale Ron Boswell
January 11, 2026 by J-Wire Newsdesk
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The Australia/Israel & Jewish Affairs Council (AIJAC) has extended its sincere condolences to the family of Ron Boswell AO following his passing.
Ron Boswell
Popularly known as “Bozzie,” Ron Boswell was a prominent figure in Australian politics and a titan of the National Party. He served as a Senator for Queensland for over 31 years, from 1983 until his retirement in 2014.
In a joint statement, AIJAC’s National Chairman Mark Leibler and executive director Dr Colin Rubenstein said: “Ron Boswell’s long and distinguished service to Australia reflected a deep commitment to public life, principled leadership, and the national interest. He was widely respected for his integrity, decency, and genuine engagement across communities.
AIJAC and the Australian Jewish community valued his warm and principled relationship with our community, and his consistent support for the State of Israel, grounded in shared democratic values.
He will be remembered with respect and gratitude for his contribution to Australian public life.”
Ron Boswell was 85.
