About David Basham
David Basham was an Australian politician, dairy farmer and business executive.
David Keith Bernard Basham (born June 1968) is an Australian former politician who served as the Liberal member for Finniss in the South Australian House of Assembly from 2018 until his defeat at the 2026 state election, in a rematch with Independent candidate Lou Nicholson. Basham served as the Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development in the Marshall Ministry between 2020 and 2022.
Basham was the president of Australian Dairy Farmers before his preselection to run for Finniss.
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Who was David Basham?
Australian politician
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David Basham was born in Victor Harbor.
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David Basham was a politician, dairy farmer and business executive.
What nationality was David Basham?
David Basham was Australian.
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