General · Australia
Bruce Baird, a prominent figure in the Liberal Party of Australia, has died at the age of 84
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Bruce Baird, a respected Liberal Party politician and father of former NSW Premier Mike Baird, has passed away at the age of 84. He was instrumental in securing the Sydney 2000 Olympics and served in both state and federal parliaments.
Key facts
- Bruce Baird, a Liberal Party politician, has died aged 84.
- He was the father of former NSW Premier Mike Baird and journalist Julia Baird.
- Baird was instrumental in securing the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games.
- He represented the NSW seat of Northcott from 1984 to 1995 and the federal seat of Cook from 1998 to 2007.
- Baird was a beloved member of the 'Bold & Beautiful' swim squad.