It was a full house at The Crossing Cafe in Deniliquin on Saturday afternoon, with many coming to pay tribute to the impact of Bruce Simpson in the rural industry.
Bruce’s family and friends joined the Australian Rural Leadership Foundation to launch the Bruce Simpson Rural Scholarship Fund.
Intended to “invest in a legacy and empower rural leaders - forever” the launch doubled as a fundraiser to support people through the program.
To date, more than $500,000 in pledges have been promised for the fund, with an aim to reach $2 million before scholarships are distributed.
Bruce was a graduate of the program the fund supports.