Laurence Neal | |
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Senator for Victoria | |
In office 11 March 1980 –30 June 1981 | |
Preceded by | James Webster |
Personal details | |
Born | Wangaratta,Victoria | 18 July 1947
Nationality | Australian |
Political party | National Country Party |
Alma mater | La Trobe University |
Occupation | Teacher |
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