Ron Clarke dead after memorable run in life

One of Australia's greatest athletes and a former Gold Coast mayor Ron Clarke, has died. The 78-year-old died in hospital after battling a short illness. As Manny Tsigas reports, Clarke gained prominence on the athletics track in the 1950s and '60s, where he officially set 17 world records.

John Landy (left) and Ron Clarke poses for a photo in Melbourne, Friday, Sept 26, 2008. AAP Source: AAP