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Ray Aston

1943 – 1988

Australian politician

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About Ray Aston

Lived 1943 – 1988 (aged 44). Ray Aston was an Australian politician and orthodontist.

Raymond William Aston (24 September 1943 – 23 May 1988) was an Australian politician. He was the Liberal member for Vaucluse in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly from 1986 until his early death.

Ray Aston was born in the Sydney suburb of Waverley, the son of William Aston, who was Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives 1967–72. Having attended Waverley College, Aston graduated from the University of Sydney, becoming an orthodontist. In 1986, he was selected as the Liberal candidate for a by-election to be held in the state seat of Vaucluse, which was being vacated by Liberal Deputy Leader Rosemary Foot. Aston was easily elected, gaining over 70% of the vote, with Labor not contesting the by-election, and his nearest rival, the Democrats candidate, polling just over 10%.

At the 1988 state election, Aston was comfortably re-elected and was appointed as Minister for Corrective Services. However, he died suddenly later that year in Sydney, aged 44.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Waverley College, University of Sydney
Positions held
Member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly
Also known as
Raymond William Aston

Family & relationships

Parent
William Aston

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ray Aston?

Australian politician (1943–1988)

When was Ray Aston born?

Ray Aston was born on 24 September 1943 in Waverley.

When did Ray Aston die?

Ray Aston died on 23 May 1988 in Sydney.

What was Ray Aston's occupation?

Ray Aston was a politician and orthodontist.

What nationality was Ray Aston?

Ray Aston was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ray Aston

· Wikidata: Q7297147

· DBpedia: Ray Aston

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