Much-loved Tasmanian broadcasting and gardening identity Peter Cundall, who hosted ABC TV show Gardening Australia for 18 years, has died aged 94.
His family has released a statement saying he passed away peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by his loved ones.
"On Sunday 5th of December 2021, Peter Cundall passed away peacefully after a short illness, surrounded by his family.
"Peter's privacy, and the privacy of his family, is to be respected during this very sad time.
"Peter's family does not wish to be contacted.
"While he was loved by many, as per Peter's wishes, there will be a private cremation and no memorial services will be held."
His family requested no images of Mr Cundall be published with the announcement of his death.
Mr Cundall hosted Gardening Australia from 1990 to 2008. He also answered gardening questions on radio talkback from the late 1960s until 2018.
