Statement by Premier Campbell Newman on the passing of Wayne Goss

Queensland Premier Campbell Newman has expressed his condolences at the passing of former Premier Wayne Goss.

“I was saddened by the news this morning," Mr Newman said.

“It came as Cabinet was meeting, and the loss was very much brought home to all of us.

“My Cabinet colleagues, along with the Directors-General who were in the room, immediately observed a minute’s silence.

“I telephoned Roisin to offer my and Lisa’s condolences.

“Wayne was a true leader who guided his party and the State through a turbulent time in Queensland’s history.

“He drove much-needed reform in many aspects of Queensland’s public life, including social policy, electoral laws and reform of the police service and broader public service.

“He did so with tenacity, determination and courage.

“Those attributes were also very much at the forefront as he battled cancer.

“I’m saddened he should have lost that fight at such a young age.

“Our thoughts are with Roisin, Ryan, Caitlin and all their families."

 Premier Newman has offered the family a state funeral.