Austin Lewis (politician)
Australian politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Austin William Russell Lewis (born 5 December 1932) was an Australian politician.
Quick Facts Senator for Victoria, Preceded by ...
Austin Lewis | |
---|---|
Senator for Victoria | |
In office 17 December 1976 ā 30 June 1993 | |
Preceded by | Ivor Greenwood |
Personal details | |
Born | (1932-12-05) 5 December 1932 (age 91) Melbourne, Victoria |
Died | 2nd June 2024 Port Fairy |
Nationality | Australian |
Political party | Liberal Party of Australia |
Spouse | Wilma Lewis (nee Lawrey) |
Children | Four |
Residence | Port Fairy, Victoria |
Alma mater | University of Melbourne |
Occupation | Solicitor |
Close
Born in Melbourne, he was educated at the University of Melbourne before becoming a solicitor, company director and farmer. On 7 December 1976, he was appointed to the Australian Senate as a Liberal Senator for Victoria, filling the casual vacancy caused by the death of Liberal Senator Ivor Greenwood. He held the seat until his retirement in 1993.[1][2]