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Kevin Hooper (politician)
Kevin Joseph (Kev) Hooper, (9 July 1928 – 9 March 1984), was an Australian politician representing the Labor Party. He was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland for the Electoral district of Archerfield from 1972 till his death in 1984.[1]
Kev Hooper | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Queensland Parliament for Archerfield | |
| In office 27 May 1972 – 9 March 1984 | |
| Preceded by | New seat |
| Succeeded by | Henry Palaszczuk |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 9 July 1928 Brisbane, Australia |
| Died | 9 March 1984 (aged 55) Brisbane, Australia |
| Resting place | Mt Gravatt Cemetery |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Labor |
| Spouse | Beryl Theresa Kelly |
| Occupation | Shop Assistant, Storeman, Federal Miscellaneous Workers Union official |
Nicknamed "Big Vinnie" after a notorious Mafia informant, he was known for championing the cause of the underdog; he was outspoken in his attacks on illegal prostitution, drugs, gambling, and white-collar crime.[1]
Hooper died after surgery in 1984.[1] He is buried in Mt Gravatt Cemetery.[2]
References edit
- ^ a b c "Former Members". Parliament of Queensland. 2015. Retrieved 31 January 2015.
- ^ Hooper Kevin Joseph 14 September 2014 at the Wayback Machine — Brisbane City Council Grave Location Search. Retrieved 12 August 2014