Scott Morrison, John Howard and Barnaby Joyce were among the political heavyweights to attend Doug Anthony's memorial service on Thursday where dozens paid tribute to the 'compassionate and courageous' politician.
Australia's longest serving deputy prime minister died aged 90 in a care home in Murwillumbah, far north New South Wales on December 20.
Mr Anthony was leader of the Country Party/National Party for 12 years and deputy prime minister for nearly 10, influencing coalition policies for much of the 1970s and 1980s.
He served under six prime ministers, starting with Sir Robert Menzies.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison (left) arrives with former Australian Prime Minister John Howard to a State Memorial for former deputy prime minister Doug Anthony