Jason Wood (La Trobe, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

It is with great sadness that today I rise to speak of Mr Cyril Molyneux, a long-term resident in my electorate of La Trobe who recently passed away at the age of 98. At the outbreak of the war in 1939 Cyril joined the 6th Heavy Brigade, Royal Australian Artillery, which had been called up to man the forts at Port Phillip Heads, Port Nepean and Queenscliff. He was also involved in the defence of Darwin.

The concept of community volunteerism is something at which Cyril excelled. I recognise and acknowledge Cyril's enormous contribution to the townships of Berwick and La Trobe. Cyril's involvement in community affairs is an example to all of us. He was a life member of the board of management of the Berwick Bush Nursing Hospital, a justice of the peace for over 60 years, a past president and life member of the Berwick RSL for 50 years, a member of the Rotary Club for 30 years, and a life member of the Liberal Party for over 50 years. Cyril was Mayor of the City of Berwick for 10 years. Amazingly, Cyril was a member of the Hawthorn Football Club for more than 80 years.

I cannot do justice, in such a short time, to this man's tremendous contribution to our community. Cyril leaves us his legacy and his memories. He shall never be forgotten. Cyril, we miss you greatly. Again, thank you for your huge contribution to Australia and our community.

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