Bill Burns (Australian politician)
William George Burns (22 October 1933 – 16 March 2009)[1] was a Northern Ireland-born Australian politician. He was a publican before entering politics. In 1977, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Liberal member for Isaacs, succeeding David Hamer, who transferred to the Senate. He held the seat until his defeat in 1980 by a Labor candidate.[2]
William Burns | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Australian Parliament for Isaacs | |
| In office 10 December 1977 – 18 October 1980 | |
| Preceded by | David Hamer |
| Succeeded by | David Charles |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 22 October 1933 Northern Ireland |
| Died | 16 March 2009 (aged 75) |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Liberal Party of Australia |
| Occupation | Publican |
References
- Hansard announcement of death
- Carr, Adam (2008). "Australian Election Archive". Psephos, Adam Carr's Election Archive. Retrieved 20 June 2008.
| Parliament of Australia | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by David Hamer |
Member for Isaacs 1977–1980 |
Succeeded by David Charles |
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