About John Hegarty
Born 1947. John Hegarty is an Australian politician, insurance broker and soldier.
John Joseph Hegarty (born 16 September 1947) is a former Australian politician. He was the National Party member for Redlands in the Legislative Assembly of Queensland from 1995 to 2001.
Hegarty served in Vietnam from 1967 to 1968 and was part of the army reserve from 1969 to 1994. He was a commissioned officer from 1971. He also worked as an insurance consultant. Following his election in 1995, he was a National Party backbencher in the Borbidge Government. In June 1998 he became Deputy Opposition Whip, serving until his defeat in 2001.
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Who is John Hegarty?
Australian politician
When was John Hegarty born?
John Hegarty was born on 16 September 1947 in Coventry.
What is John Hegarty's occupation?
John Hegarty is a politician, insurance broker and soldier.
What nationality is John Hegarty?
John Hegarty is Australian.
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