Don Devitt
Australian politician / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Donald Michael Devitt (11 July 1921 – 10 July 2008)[1] was an Australian politician. Born in Launceston, Tasmania, he was educated at state schools before becoming a council clerk. He served in the military 1942–1945, after which he became a farmer and high school bursar. In 1964, he was elected to the Australian Senate as a Labor Senator for Tasmania. He held the seat until his retirement in 1977.[2][3]
Quick Facts Senator for Tasmania, Personal details ...
Don Devitt | |
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Senator for Tasmania | |
In office 1 July 1965 – 30 June 1978 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1921-07-11)11 July 1921 Launceston, Tasmania, Australia |
Died | 10 July 2008(2008-07-10) (aged 86) Burnie, Tasmania, Australia |
Political party | Labor |
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