Rex Finedon

Location: Toowoomba

Rex has contributed enormously to the African community in Toowoomba.

Rex is a retired Presbyterian Minister who has devoted his life to helping others. In recent years, he has played a key role in helping Sudanese and other African migrants to settle into Australian life.

Rex has worked tirelessly to help many African people in Toowoomba obtain their driver's licence. This includes using his own car to train learner drivers, buying petrol and fixing his car at his own expense.

Rex has helped many young people with their English language skills, and helped others to secure jobs through his support and recommendations. He also encourages migrants to join different social networks, to help them connect with their new community.

Highly respected in the community, Rex has made a real difference in the lives of African people living in Toowoomba.