Willinga Park developer Terry Snow has passed away at the age of 80.
Terry was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, as well as a dedicated philanthropist and businessman.
His legacy is the bold projects he undertook, including the developments at Canberra Airport and Airport Business Parks, Constitution Place, Denman Prospect and Willinga Park, at Bawley Point.
Mr Snow was a business leader with his innovative spirit and relentless pursuit of excellence. He transformed the Canberra Airport precinct into a world-class aviation hub after it was purchased from the Federal Government in 1998. He was a true entrepreneur: when he had an idea, he pursued it doggedly, taking risks and pushing the boundaries of architectural design.
Mr Snow mentored numerous people in their businesses and pursuit of their dreams and he lived by his own words “if you see someone struggling you give them a helping hand”.
Mr Snow his mid-40s with his brother George, he created The Snow Foundation in 1991. Over the past 15 years, his generosity extended across Australia as he grew The Snow Foundation and, more recently, established Snow Medical, driven by a deep sense of social responsibility.
In his 60s, he purchased land at Bawley Point on the South Coast, but instead of retiring, he built an incredible world-renowned property, Willinga Park, with remarkable equestrian facilities.
He was a family man and a man who sought adventures and immense challenges. He
packed an enormous amount into his 80 years.
He was an avid fisherman and bushwalker and loved camping with his family.
He was an aeroplane and helicopter pilot, and he took up cycling in his 40s and rode across Australia. He also sailed around Australia.
Later in life, he immersed himself in country life, taking up horse riding at 65 years old.
Mr Snow was the deeply loved husband to Ginette, father to Scarlett Gaffey, Tom
Snow, Georgina Byron, and Stephen Byron, and grandfather to 14 grandchildren and
brother to Michael and George.
