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Noel Beaton

1925 – 2004

Australian politician

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Lived 1925 – 2004 (aged 78). Noel Beaton was an Australian politician and sports journalist.

Noel Lawrence Beaton (28 December 1925 – 18 December 2004) was an Australian politician. Born in Mooroopna, Victoria, he was educated at state schools and was a volunteer firefighter in his home town, before serving in the military from 1945 to 1947, after which he became a sports journalist and broadcaster.

In 1960, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for Bendigo, narrowly winning a by-election for that seat that followed the death of Percy Clarey.

Melbourne newspaper The Age later reported that his 133-vote winning margin was probably because of the donkey vote, but his personal following grew steadily "until it reached about 1500 in 1966, a time when Labor's Australia-wide vote was at an all-time low."

During his time in Parliament he became a leading contributor on petrochemical policy, served as Shadow Minister for Primary Industries, wrote regional development into Labor policy and was a vocal opponent of the Vietnam War. For his achievements, he was widely considered a potential Minister in a Labor government.

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Member of the Australian House of Representatives
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Noel Lawrence Beaton

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Noel Beaton?

Australian politician

When was Noel Beaton born?

Noel Beaton was born on 28 December 1925 in Mooroopna.

When did Noel Beaton die?

Noel Beaton died on 18 December 2004 in Melbourne.

What was Noel Beaton's occupation?

Noel Beaton was a politician and sports journalist.

What nationality was Noel Beaton?

Noel Beaton was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Noel Beaton

· Wikidata: Q7046845

· DBpedia: Noel Beaton

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