Broadcaster, former senator Derryn Hinch farewelled at state funeral in Melbourne - as it happened
Australian broadcaster and former senator Derryn Hinch was honored at a state funeral in Melbourne. Colleagues and friends gathered to share memories of his long career in media and politics.
Why it matters
Hinch was a prominent public figure in Australia, and his funeral marks the end of a significant career in the nation's media landscape.
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Hinch's longtime radio colleague Denis O'Kane , who goes "way back" with the late broadcaster, is the next speaker.
He starts by thanking Hinch's family and his longtime carer and PA Annette Philpott .
O'Kane then recalls Hinch's brief stint at Melbourne radio station 3XY in in the late 70s, which is where the pair first met.
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