About Gus Redmond
Lived 1912 – 1978 (aged 65). Gus Redmond was an athletics competitor.
Sporting career
Athletics A discus thrower, Redmond won the New Zealand national discus throw title in six consecutive years from 1946 to 1951. His longest winning throw at the national championships was , which he recorded in 1949. He retired from the sport three years later.
Personal life Redmond was married to Elizabeth Hamilton (Betty) Fitch, and the couple had three children. Gus Redmond died from cancer in Auckland on 6 November 1978, and was buried at Taruheru Cemetery in Gisborne. Betty Redmond died in 2010.
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Who was Gus Redmond?
New Zealand athlete and billiards player (1912-1978)
When was Gus Redmond born?
Gus Redmond was born on 11 November 1912.
When did Gus Redmond die?
Gus Redmond died on 6 November 1978 in Auckland.
What was Gus Redmond's occupation?
Gus Redmond was an athletics competitor.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Gus Redmond. https://biography.guide/gus-redmond/
MLA: "Gus Redmond." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/gus-redmond/.
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