Here’s the latest available about Pro Hart.
- Pro Hart died on March 28, 2006 in Broken Hill, after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (ALS). A large state funeral followed on April 4, 2006, in Broken Hill, notable as the first state funeral held west of the Blue Mountains in New South Wales.[2][5]
- In 2026, Australian outlets reflected on his legacy, marking 20 years since his passing and noting his enduring cultural impact on Broken Hill and Australia’s outback art scene.[3][6]
- Biographical profiles emphasize Hart as a self-taught artist known for outback scenes and his distinctive technique, with continued recognition in local galleries and community histories.[5][9]
If you’d like, I can pull a specific obituary or a recent feature from a particular outlet (e.g., ABC, The Sydney Morning Herald) and summarize it with citations.
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Pro Hart, born in 1928 on Larloona Station, started his life in the vast landscapes of the Australian outback. At a young age, he moved with his family to Broken Hill, New South Wales, where his artistic journey began to take shape, deeply influenced by his family and personal experiences. Family played a central role in
davidhart.com.auPro Hart, self-taught Australian artist, dies at age 77 (S)
www.nytimes.comOn March 28, 2006, Broken Hill lost one of its most renowned residents in internationally acclaimed artist Kevin "Pro" Hart. He was, and still is, considered a widely popular artist, but his…
www.abc.net.auIt has been 20-yars since outback artist Pro Hart passed away. Now the Australian Art Community is re-assessing their contribution he bad to the names of the culture. Pro Hart widow died just days ago, making todays anniversary particular poignant.
www.dailymotion.comUnchecked nothave been checked for adherence to standards. Tuesday, March 28, 2006 Pro Hart, the self-taught, internationally-acclaimed Australian artist, died at home in Broken Hill on March 28 after family members decided to cease his medication. The 77-year-old had been ill with motor neurone disease. Family members described his passing as peaceful. Hart is a household name in Australia. Hart's son, John Hart, says a State funeral is being organised for his father. He says his father lost...
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