About Frank Olley
Lived 1927 – 1988 (aged 61). Frank Olley was an Australian politician and electrician.
Frank Olley (18 January 1927 – 21 July 1988) was an Australian politician. Born in Sydney, he was educated at Granville Technical College before becoming an electrical tradesman with the Electricity Commission of New South Wales. He was involved in local politics as a member of Yass Municipal Council. In 1972, he defeated Country Party member, Ian Pettitt, in the seat of Hume, entering the Australian House of Representatives as a member of the Labor Party. He was defeated in 1974 by Country Party candidate, Stephen Lusher. Olley died in 1988.
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Who was Frank Olley?
Australian politician
When was Frank Olley born?
Frank Olley was born on 18 January 1927 in Sydney.
When did Frank Olley die?
Frank Olley died on 21 July 1988 in Canberra.
What was Frank Olley's occupation?
Frank Olley was a politician and electrician.
What nationality was Frank Olley?
Frank Olley was Australian.
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