NSW Liberal veteran Bruce Baird dies aged 84
The 84-year-old represented Cook from 1998 to 2007, stepping down after expressing disappointment at never becoming a minister.
Bruce Baird represented the Sydney seat of Cook from 1998 to 2007, serving in federal parliament after a state career. Baird was father to former NSW premier Mike Baird and journalist Julia Baird.
Baird retired before the 2007 election, telling media he was disappointed at never securing a ministerial position. The NSW Liberal Party described him as 'a party stalwart and a greatly respected politician' who served NSW in state and federal parliaments.
Baird received a Member of the Order of Australia award in 2010. The Cook seat later passed to former prime minister Scott Morrison.
- 84
- Age at death
- Cook
- Federal electorate
- 1998 to 2007
- Years in federal parliament
- Mike Baird and Julia Baird
- Children
Why it mattersHis death marks the end of an era for the NSW Liberal Party, which he served for decades in both state and federal office.
AustraliaNo direct policy change, but Baird's death closes a chapter in NSW Liberal history and may prompt reflection on his family's continued influence in state politics.
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