THE heartbroken family of Adam O’Regan has paid tribute to the popular Scone real estate agent a day after the Gundy car accident that claimed his life as well as those of two passengers.
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A five-year-old boy was the only survivor of the tragic incident.
Following Tuesday afternoon’s media conference at Scone, a short statement was released on behalf of the family.
“Adam was an exceptional, one of a kind father, husband, son, brother and friend,” it said.
“We appreciate your respect of our grief and privacy at this time.”
Mr O’Regan, the son of long-term Narrabri community leader and councillor Bevan O’Regan, had been an estate agent in Sydney before moving back to the region.
He was a director of the residential and rural business of Landmark Harcourts in Scone and, according to his business profile, was involved in local rugby, polo and pony clubs, and the Aberdeen Campdraft.
Scone Polo Club president Peter White said Mr O'Regan established deep links to the community in a relatively short period of time.
"He was a real gentleman, but most of all, he was a contributor," Mr White said.
"Adam was a young man, he had a young family, he came to Scone and he fit in very well. If the world was made up of more people like Adam, it would be a better place."
Mr White said the polo club was feeling "smashed" by the tragedy.
"He was an extremely well-liked person, and with all his contacts as an agent, his kids in school, he had very deep connections in the community.
“We've had tragedies before, but Scone is going to reel on this one.
“This is going to affect us for a very long time."
Family friend Robert Davidson, who got to know each other through junior rugby union, also paid emotional tribute to his mate.
“He was a really top bloke and will be sadly missed,’’ Mr Davidson said.
“He was the best of us. It is a real shock.’’
Scone Grammar School principal Paul Smart added: “The local family affected by the tragic accident yesterday near Scone is a well-respected family who are part of our school community. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this difficult time.”
"Today the school council and executive have been working on supporting the family and the members of the community who have been impacted by this significant loss."
