Thursday, 14 November 2019

 Mr DAVIS (Southern Metropolitan—Leader of the Opposition) (10:05): I want to mark the passing of Brian Collison Chase. Brian was born in Adelaide, went to Prince Alfred College and then on to Adelaide University, graduating with honours in electrical engineering. He then went overseas to work with Philips, which later became Maytag, in Eindhoven, Holland. He learned fluent Dutch and was involved in the early days of colour television. Brian loved technology and was remarkable in so many ways.

He married Heather, and they had a family. Indeed there are now six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Brian was a wizard with electronics. He was involved with campaign rooms, setting up televisions and computers, and the analysis of election results. His involvement with the Burwood electorate council over many years was remarkable. I pay tribute to him and indeed to his wife, Heather, for their great involvement with the Liberal Party and their support of me and many others.

Brian joined in 1976, and over 43 years he worked tirelessly for the party at the Burwood electorate conference, as treasurer, at the state council and in many other important steps. One of his great achievements was getting the Honourable Jeff Kennett elected. He was involved also with the Carey rowing club, as his son John was a rower. Brian and Heather opened their house for so many functions and for so many community events over the years. I will miss him greatly. I pay great tribute to him and indeed to the team he was with Heather.