About Don Brown
Born 1981. Don Brown is an Australian politician, union organizer, pathologist and trade unionist.
Donald Jon Brown (born 3 January 1981) is an Australian politician. He served as the Labor member for Capalaba in the Queensland Legislative Assembly from 2015 until his defeat at the 2024 Queensland state election.
Early life Prior to entering politics, Brown has studied applied science and law at Queensland University of Technology, and had worked as a pathology scientist, and as a union official for United Voice.
Political career He served as the Chief Government Whip in the Queensland Legislative Assembly from December 2017 until October 2024.
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Who is Don Brown?
Australian politician
When was Don Brown born?
Don Brown was born on 3 January 1981 in Brisbane.
What is Don Brown's occupation?
Don Brown is a politician, union organizer, pathologist and trade unionist.
What nationality is Don Brown?
Don Brown is Australian.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Don Brown (Australian politician)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Don Brown. https://biography.guide/don-brown-politician/
MLA: "Don Brown." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/don-brown-politician/.
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