Former NSW and federal Liberal MP Bruce Baird is being farewelled at a funeral service in Sydney, according to multiple reports. The service is held at St Andrew’s Cathedral.
Outlets describe the event as a notable send-off for a long-serving political figure. Brisbane Times characterises the funeral as a “show-stopper” tribute, highlighting his personality and the celebratory tone of proceedings. ABC likewise focuses on the fact of the farewell and notes Baird’s status as a respected former Liberal politician, without adding detailed commentary on the service beyond the location and occasion. Together, the coverage aligns on the location and the public nature of the funeral while differing in how much colour they provide about the tone and style of the ceremony.
