Vale Bernie Mullane

 Monday, 6 February 2012

Bernie Mullane’s contribution to the Hills Shire will long be appreciated and felt by residents throughout our community, said Federal Member for Mitchell, Alex Hawke MP.

Mr Hawke offered his sympathy to the family, friends, and loved ones of Mr Mullane following his passing last week. His influence and impact over so many decades has helped shape our community.

“Bernie Mullane was a respected small business owner in our community. In 1958, he was the first to establish a Chemist in Baulkham Hills, now located in Stockland Mall, Alex Hawke said.

Bernie was a councillor with the Baulkham Hills Shire Council from 1959-1991. He held the office of Shire President from 1963-1983, and again from 1987-1991. Due to his long-term reign as Shire President, Bernie was often referred to as the “Father of the House”.

“In 2003, the Bernie Mullane Sports Complex in Kellyville was named after him in recognition of his leadership, passion and commitment to the community he represented, said Alex Hawke.

“He was a great character whose reputation for common sense and practical problem solving became Hills Shire legend. His work throughout the Hills, will long be remembered”, concluded Alex Hawke.