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John Jobling

1937 – 2022

Australian politician

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About John Jobling

Lived 1937 – 2022 (aged 84–85). John Jobling was an Australian politician and pharmacist.

John Hughes Jobling (21 April 1937 – 7 April 2022)

He attended The Scots College 1950–1953, Sydney Boys High School 1954, and the University of Sydney 1956–1960, after which he became a pharmacist. He was active in the local community, as a member of Scone and Muswellbrook Apex from 1961 to 1964, and various other community organisations including the Returned Serviceman's League and the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club. He joined the Liberal Party in 1968, in which year he was elected to Muswellbrook Municipality Shire Council. He was Deputy Mayor from 1971 to 1974 and Mayor from 1974 until 1984. In 1977 he was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee Medal. and in 2021 this was upgraded to an appointment as Member.

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Important facts

Birth century
Died
2022
Nationality
Education
University of Sydney, Sydney Boys High School, The Scots College
Positions held
Member of the New South Wales Legislative Council
Awards
Medal of the Order of Australia; Member of the Order of Australia; National Medal
Also known as
John Hughes Jobling

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Jobling?

Australian politician

When was John Jobling born?

John Jobling was born on 21 April 1937.

When did John Jobling die?

John Jobling died in 2022.

What was John Jobling's occupation?

John Jobling was a politician and pharmacist.

What nationality was John Jobling?

John Jobling was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Jobling

· Wikidata: Q6241866

· DBpedia: John Jobling

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