It is with much sadness that we pass on the news that former Kembla Joggers member Col Sellars passed away yesterday morning at the Wesley Hospital in Brisbane after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Col was both a keen member of Kembla Joggers and Illawarra Triathlon Clubs during the 90s before taking a 'seachange' with wife Louise Samuel, buying and managing a well regarded winery in the Granite Belt of south-east Queensland.

Our thoughts and deepest sympathies go out to Louise, and Col's family and friends at this very difficult time.

We have been informed that Col will be brought back to Wollongong for the funeral next week. Please check the Illawarra Mercury in the next week for more details.