Like all in the Labor family, I am saddened to hear of the passing of Dallas Hayden.
Dallas was a person of wonderful warmth and great depth, kind and gracious to strangers and friends alike.
She spent many years playing supporting roles in public life and her optimism, her quiet courage and her strength of character were a powerful source of inspiration for her adoring husband, Bill.
On behalf of the Australian Government and the Australian Labor Party, I offer our heartfelt condolences to Dallas Hayden’s family and friends.
May she rest in eternal peace.