New South Wales<\/a>, has died. She was 95.<\/p>\nThe NSW premier, Chris Minns, confirmed her death on Tuesday on behalf of her family, writing in a statement that he was saddened to share the news of her passing.<\/p>\n
\u201cOn behalf of the people of New South Wales, I extend my deepest condolences to Dame Marie\u2019s family, friends and all those who were inspired by her remarkable life,\u201d he wrote.<\/p>\n
\u201cDame Marie Bashir served our state with distinction as the first female governor of NSW from 2001 to 2014, bringing to the role immense dignity and compassion.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cDame Marie was an extraordinary Australian and one of New South Wales\u2019 most respected public servants.\u201d<\/p>\n
Bashir was the first person of Lebanese descent to be appointed NSW governor, and the third woman to be appointed governor of an Australian state.<\/p>\n
Bashir was married to Sir Nicholas Shehadie, the former lord mayor of Sydney, for 61 years, and had three children and six grandchildren.<\/p>\n
She was alsoa distinguished psychiatrist and an advocate for mental health, education and social inclusion.<\/p>\n
Minns wrote that, as Bashir reflected on her 14 years as governor, she \u201cexplained that she deliberately chose not to extend her tenure beyond that point, despite being widely respected, because she did not wish to surpass Sir Roden Cutler as the longest-serving Governor\u201d.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt was a decision that reflected her humility and deep respect for those who came before her,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe people of New South Wales held Dame Marie in great respect and affection, reflecting the trust and goodwill she earned over a lifetime of service.\u201d<\/p>\n
Minns said a state funeral would be held in her honour.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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