Leonard Devine

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Leonard Thomas Devine (born 14 October 1923) was an Australian politician. Educated at state schools, he was the Health Inspector for Sydney City Council before serving in World War II from 1942-45. On his return he became a taxi-driver and alderman on Sydney City Council. In 1963, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for East Sydney. Devine held the seat until its abolition in 1969, when he retired.[1]

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  1. ^ Carr, Adam (2008). Australian Election Archive. Psephos, Adam Carr's Election Archive. Retrieved on 2008-06-06.
Parliament of Australia
Preceded by
Eddie Ward
Member for East Sydney
1963 – 1969
Succeeded by
Seat abolished


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NAME Devine, Leonard Thomas
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
SHORT DESCRIPTION Australian politician
DATE OF BIRTH 14 October 1923
PLACE OF BIRTH
DATE OF DEATH
PLACE OF DEATH