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Vale Richard Bradford
Published Sat 05 Sep 2026
On behalf of Karate Australia, I wish to express our deepest sympathies to the Bradford family and the entire Goshin-Ryu karate family for the tragic loss of Sensei Richard Bradford.
Richard was a highly influential figure in Australian karate, particularly throughout the 1980s and early 1990s. As one of Karate Australia’s most successful National Coaches, he played an important role in the development of our athletes and the growth of Australian karate on the international stage. He helped shape a generation of competitors and coaches which included our first ever World Champion, and his contribution to the National Team during this important era will long be remembered.
He was a well-respected member of Karate Australia and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
With sympathy,
Hani Zahra
National President
Karate Australia
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