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Mark McGowan (born 13 July 1967) is a Western Australian former politician who served as the 30th Premier of Western Australia from 17 March 2017 until 8 June 2023. He is from the Labor Party.[1] He was replaced by Roger Cook.
Mark McGowan | |
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30th Premier of Western Australia Elections: 2013, 2017, 2021 | |
In office 17 March 2017 – 8 June 2023 | |
Monarch | Elizabeth II |
Governor | Kerry Sanderson Kim Beazley |
Deputy | Roger Cook |
Preceded by | Colin Barnett |
Succeeded by | Roger Cook |
32nd Leader of the Opposition in Western Australia | |
In office 23 January 2012 – 17 March 2017 | |
Premier | Colin Barnett |
Deputy | Roger Cook |
Preceded by | Eric Ripper |
Succeeded by | Mike Nahan |
Leader of the Labor Party in Western Australia | |
Assumed office 23 January 2012 | |
Deputy | Roger Cook |
Preceded by | Eric Ripper |
Member of the Legislative Assembly of Western Australia for Rockingham | |
Assumed office 14 December 1996 | |
Preceded by | Michael Barnett |
Personal details | |
Born | Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia | 13 July 1967
Political party | Labor |
Spouse(s) |
Sarah Miller
(m. 1993) |
Children | 3 |
Residence | Rockingham, Western Australia, Australia |
Education | Coffs Harbour Senior College |
Alma mater | University of Queensland |
Occupation | Legal officer (Royal Australian Navy) |
Profession | Lawyer Politician |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Commonwealth of Australia |
Branch/service | Royal Australian Navy (1989–1996) Royal Australian Naval Reserve (1996–present) |
Years of service | 1989–present |
Rank | Lieutenant |
Unit | HMAS Stirling |
Awards | Commendation for Brave Conduct |
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