Fred Davis
Chris COUZENS (Geelong) (10:02): I want to acknowledge the recent passing of Fred Davis, a great friend and mentor. Fred grew up in Richmond when it was a working-class suburb, with 11 siblings. After leaving school he became an apprentice mechanic; however, he went on to study law and eventually became a barrister. Fred had an interesting career as a lawyer working in Victoria, the Northern Territory and Norfolk Island. I had the pleasure of hearing of many of his experiences working in Aboriginal communities. Fred was a long-time member of the ALP and was always there for support and advice. I will miss our chats. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Vale, Fred Davis.