Invercargill City’s Mayor, Nobby Clark, experienced a minor heart attack last Wednesday, leading to his hospitalisation. Initially admitted to Southland Hospital, he was later moved to Dunedin Hospital for additional tests. Deputy Mayor Tom Campbell revealed that Mayor Clark is scheduled for a quadruple bypass heart surgery next week. Related: Mayor Nobby Clark of Invercargill Recuperating After Heart Attack
Deputy Mayor Campbell, who has been in contact with Mayor Clark, shared that Clark is eager and positive about getting through the surgery and starting his recovery. While Mayor Clark recuperates, a process likely to span a couple of months, Deputy Mayor Campbell will temporarily handle his responsibilities. Campbell is committed to ensuring the continuity of Mayor Clark’s projects during this period.
I spoke to Nobby last night and he was in good spirits updating me on the surgery next week. Mrs Mayor confirmed he was asking the surgeon lots of questions this morning. Mike.
Mayor Clark and his family have asked for privacy during this time, although they are thankful for the community’s support and well wishes.