IN PICTURES: The extraordinary life of Tim Mulherin
Vale Tim Mulherin, the man who helped shape Mackay.
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TIM Mulherin's long, passionate connection to the Mackay community has been chronicled at every turn.
The former Mackay MP fought for his region, its people and believed in earnest the need to put the community first.
Here the Daily Mercury reflects on his long-standing commitment to the region, the projects he fought for, milestones achieved and mark he left.
Originally published as IN PICTURES: The extraordinary life of Tim Mulherin
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