Kevin Hooper (politician)


Kevin Joseph Hooper,, was an Australian politician representing the Labor Party. He was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland for the Electoral district of Archerfield from 1972 till his death in 1984.
Nicknamed `Big Vinnie' after a notorious Mafia informant, he was known for championing the cause of the underdog and also was outspoken in his attacks on illegal prostitution, drugs, gambling, and white collar crime.
Hooper died following surgery in 1984 and is buried in Mt Gravatt Cemetery.