Bartley Fahey (15 October 1836 – 9 August 1920) was member of the Queensland Legislative Council.

Early life

Fahey was born in New Quay, County Clare, Ireland to Peter Fahey and his wife Margaret Mary (née Manning). On his arrival in Australia he worked as a harbourmaster and water police magistrate in several towns across Queensland.

Bartley Fahey

Political career

Fahey was called up to the Queensland Legislative Council in May 1904 and served until his death in August 1920.

Bartley Fahey

Personal life

Fahey married Agnes Anne Corser in 1876, and together had three children.

Bartley Fahey

He died in August 1920 and was buried in Toowong Cemetery.

References

Members of the Queensland Legislative Council

1836 births

1920 deaths

Politicians from County Clare

Irish emigrants to colonial Australia

Burials at Toowong Cemetery