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Australian politician,Retired
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Male
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11 July 1934
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Biography
Bernard Cornelius "Barney" Cooney (born 11 July 1934) is a former Australian politician. Born in Currie, Tasmania, he was educated at the University of Melbourne before becoming a barrister. In 1984, he was elected to the Australian Senate as a Labor Senator for Victoria. He held the seat until his retirement in 2002.