Nelson conservationist leaves a lasting legacy
Butler's wife Donna said despite his achievements, her husband was a reserved and understated character. “I suppose he was pretty typical – he liked sport on tv, loved his cricket and rugby and rugby league, and loved fishing.” However, from an early age he had acquired a deep love for natural history and the natural environment – with Sir David Attenborough being one of his heroes. Supplied As well as his work in New Zealand, Butler was also a regular visitor to the Pacific Islands in his role as a conservation consultant. “I guess it's something you’re born with," Donna said...
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