Preceded by Michael Lavarch Role Australian Politician Nationality Australian | Occupation Barrister Succeeded by Cheryl Kernot Name Tony Smith | |
Born 15 July 1950 (age 73) ( 1950-07-15 ) Political party Liberal (1996–98)
Independent (1998) Alma mater University of Queensland Party Liberal Party of Australia Books The Management of Change in the Careers Service: Concise Report | ||
Education University of Queensland | ||
Tony smith elected speaker of the australian parliament
Anthony Charles "Tony" Smith (born 15 July 1950) was an Australian politician. He was educated at the University of Queensland before becoming a fitter and turner and a marine engineer. He later became a barrister and then a primary producer. In 1996, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Liberal member for Dickson. He did not receive Liberal endorsement for the 1998 election and contested it as an independent, gaining 9% of the primary vote. His candidacy enabled Labor candidate Cheryl Kernot, formerly leader of the Democrats, to win the seat.
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- Tony smith elected speaker of the australian parliament
- Lucy wicks nominates tony smith as speaker in 45th parliament
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Lucy wicks nominates tony smith as speaker in 45th parliament
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