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John Sibson

1930 – 2014

Australian politician

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Lived 1930 – 2014 (aged 84). John Sibson was an Australian politician.

John Sibson (16 January 1930 – 11 December 2014) was an Australian politician who was a Liberal Party member of the Legislative Assembly of Western Australia from 1973 to 1983, representing the seat of Bunbury.

Sibson was born in Perth, but raised on his parents' farm in Cowaramup, a country town in the South West. After leaving school he worked variously as a milk vendor, a transport contractor, a school-bus driver, and a car salesman. A long-time member of the Liberal Party, Sibson entered parliament at the 1973 Bunbury by-election, which had been caused by the resignation of the sitting Liberal member, Maurice Williams. He held the seat until being defeated by Labor's Phil Smith at the 1983 state election. After being defeated, Sibson was elected to the City of Bunbury council, serving a three-year term. He attempted to re-enter parliament at the 1986 state election, but was unsuccessful, suffering a further swing against him.

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Member of the Western Australian Legislative Assembly

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Sibson?

Australian politician

When was John Sibson born?

John Sibson was born on 16 January 1930 in Subiaco.

When did John Sibson die?

John Sibson died on 11 December 2014 in Bunbury.

What was John Sibson's occupation?

John Sibson was a politician.

What nationality was John Sibson?

John Sibson was Australian.

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· Wikipedia: John Sibson

· Wikidata: Q24203109

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