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Graham West

b. 1973

New South Wales politician

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About Graham West

Born 1973. Graham West is an Australian politician.

Graham James West (born 21 September 1973) an Australian former politician. He was a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly for Campbelltown between 2001 and 2011 for the Labor Party.

West was elected Member for Campbelltown at a by-election on 3 February 2001 following the resignation of Labor MP Michael Knight. He was re-elected at the general election in March 2003 and Premier Bob Carr appointed him as Parliamentary Secretary Assisting the Treasurer and Minister for State Development. He was re-elected on 24 March 2007 and was appointed Minister for Gaming and Racing, and Minister for Sport and Recreation.

He was appointed Minister for Juvenile Justice, Minister for Volunteering and Minister for Youth in the New South Wales State Government on 8 September 2008.

In November 2010, he was appointed as the chief executive officer of the NSW State Council of the St Vincent de Paul Society. In 2012, he was appointed to the Society's Australia National Council as a vice president and was elected Australian National President in March 2015. He is also a member of the International Council General of the Society, and Chair of the International Finance and Accountability Commission and Concordat.

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Important facts

Birth century
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Education
University of Wollongong
Positions held
Member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly
Also known as
Graham James West

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Graham West?

New South Wales politician

When was Graham West born?

Graham West was born on 21 September 1973 in Campbelltown.

What is Graham West's occupation?

Graham West is a politician.

What nationality is Graham West?

Graham West is Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Graham West

· Wikidata: Q5593348

· DBpedia: Graham West

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