I pay tribute to the incredible community service of Kevin Gillies, who recently passed away.

Kevin was active in the community, supporting many different sports including rugby league, union and little athletics.

Kevin had a diverse career, from union official and industrial relations advocate to working in health.

Kevin's political involvement included his time as president of the Quakers Hill branch of NSW Labor, as well as a range of other roles, and he served as a Blacktown City councillor from 2017 to 2021.

Kevin was a mentor for many people. He investigated issues and came to a considered view. He did not take a backward step and fought for the betterment of the community.

Kevin's courage and commonsense approach will be sadly missed in my area.

He leaves behind his wonderful and caring wife, Robyn, son Brendon and his wife, Alison, grandchildren Georgia and Ari, and a community that is lesser for his loss.

May Kevin Gillies rest in peace.