'Voice of Canberra sports' makes tough call to hang up the microphone

Melanie Dinjaski

Tim Gavel, iconic sports commentator, announces retirement after 36 years, receiving community well-wishes.

The Canberra Times

Canberra's most iconic sports commentary voice is hanging up the microphone.

After 36 years commentating Canberra Raiders and ACT Brumbies games, Tim Gavel revealed he had told the ABC this would be his last year calling sport.

Gavel dropped the news on social media, which led to a wave of well-wishes from the Canberra community, highlighting his legacy.

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