Thursday, 20 November 2025

 Brad ROWSWELL (Sandringham) (09:45): It is with somewhat of a heavy heart that I rise to speak on the passing of Brother Bill Firman FSC, who died peacefully over the weekend in Launceston, Tasmania. Brother Bill, or ‘Builder Bill’, as he was affectionately known, was a much-loved former headmaster of my alma mater St Bede’s College from 1975 to 1987, in which he left a lasting legacy on that school and school community. Brother Bill was instrumental in the development of St Bede’s and was inducted into the college’s honour roll in 2013. I convey my sincere and heartfelt condolences to Brother Bill’s family and the Lasallian community but especially the Mentone brothers community. Live Jesus in our hearts forever.