Western Metropolitan Region - Bernard Finn

Bernie Finn was born and raised in Victoria, and has a history of civic engagement in Melbourne’s West. Bernie was first elected to represent the Western Metropolitan Region in the Legislative Council in November 2006.

Actively engaged in Melbourne’s West, Bernie chairs the Keep Essendon Airport Committee. During his first session of Parliament, Bernie has spoken on Western Metro’s behalf in favour of greater support for community values, democratic reform, accountable government, and an economic policy that makes sense for hard working Victorians and their families.

Bernie served for seven years as the first Member of Parliament for Tullamarine (1992-1999). 

Bernie is a proud supporter of the Mighty Tigers and enjoys Australian comedy and US politics. He and his wife Cathy have four children.

Electorate: Western Metropolitan

Positions:

• Shadow Parliamentary Secretary for Melbourne’s West
• Shadow Parliamentary Secretary for Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Shadow Parliamentary Secretary for Electoral Integrity

Party

• Liberal Party

House

• Legislative Council

Committees

• Economy and Infrastructure
• Family and Community Development