Anthony Mason (judge)
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Sir Anthony Frank Mason AC KBE GBM KC HonFAIB DistFRSN (born 21 April 1925) is an Australian judge who served as the ninth Chief Justice of Australia, in office from 1987 to 1995. He was first appointed to the High Court in 1972, having previously served on the Supreme Court of New South Wales.
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Sir Anthony Mason | |
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Chief Justice of Australia | |
In office 6 February 1987 – 20 April 1995 | |
Nominated by | Bob Hawke |
Appointed by | Sir Ninian Stephen |
Preceded by | Sir Harry Gibbs |
Succeeded by | Sir Gerard Brennan |
Justice of the High Court of Australia | |
In office 7 August 1972 – 6 February 1987 | |
Nominated by | William McMahon |
Appointed by | Sir Paul Hasluck |
Preceded by | Sir William Owen |
Succeeded by | Mary Gaudron |
Judge of the Supreme Court of New South Wales | |
In office 1 May 1969 – 6 August 1972 | |
Nominated by | Robert Askin |
Appointed by | Sir Roden Cutler |
Preceded by | New Seat |
Succeeded by | Robert Hope |
Personal details | |
Born | (1925-04-21) 21 April 1925 (age 99) Sydney, Australia |
Education | University of Sydney |
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