Reg Chard: key obituary facts
Is Reg Chard dead? Yes. Reg Chard died on July 24, 2026, at age 102.
Cause of death: Reg Chard's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Reg Chard known for?
He was a Soldier.
More about Reg Chard
Born: 31 October 1923.
Gender: male.
Occupation: Soldier.
Years active: 1941–1943.
Known for: Last surviving Australian veteran of the Kokoda Track campaign.
Reginald James Chard, an Australian soldier, died on July 24, 2026, aged 102.
Better known as Reg Chard, he served in the Kokoda Track campaign in New Guinea during World War II after joining the military in 1941 at the age of 102. He fought from 1942 to 1943 and was recognised in 2021 with the Order of Australia.
Chard was the last surviving veteran of the Kokoda Track campaign.