Former defence minister and Liberal Party stalwart Kevin Andrews has died at the age of 69.
Andrews died peacefully with his wife Margie by his side overnight, according to a statement by former Liberal Prime Minister Tony Abbott.
"We are deeply proud of his service to our country, our local community and his party, although shattered by his death after a year long battle with cancer," Abbott said.
"Kevin was devoted to his country, his family and his faith and lived a life of service.
"Right up to his death, he was working on a number of projects, including his memoirs, which we will endeavour to have published posthumously."
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