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Published 07:31 8 Dec 2014 GMT
Updated 09:54 8 Dec 2014 GMT
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All parties felt that given the enormous outpouring of support at last Wednesday's funeral, a state memorial service would no longer need to be held.Over 5,000 people, including famous cricketers such as Shane Warne and Brian Lara attended a funeral service in Hughes’ home town of Macksville on Wednesday. According to Baird, it was decided that the family funeral was enough of a tribute to the rising Test star and that it would not be necessary to hold a state service.
Last Wednesday's funeral in Macksville was a wonderful service and a fitting tribute to Phillip's life, and it was a privilege to be a part of it. It was a community event attended by thousands of people, watched live by millions of Australians and observed at a number of grounds around the country, including the Sydney Cricket Ground.Hat-tip to BBC
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