Laura Smyth
Laura Mary Smyth (born 12 November 1976), an Australian politician, was a member of the Australian House of Representatives for the seat of La Trobe representing the Australian Labor Party.[1] She defeated Liberal MP Jason Wood at the 2010 federal election. She was defeated by Wood at the 2013 election.
Laura Smyth | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Australian Parliament for La Trobe | |
| In office 21 August 2010 – 7 September 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Jason Wood |
| Succeeded by | Jason Wood |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Laura Mary Smyth 12 November 1976 Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Australian Labor Party |
| Alma mater | Monash University University of Melbourne |
| Occupation | Lawyer |
| Website | http://www.laurasmyth.net |
Early years and background
Smyth was educated at St Lukes Primary School, Twinbrook, Belfast, County Antrim, Dandenong and Oakleigh before attending Monash University, where she completed a Bachelor of Science (Honours) and a Bachelor of Laws. She worked as a corporate lawyer for almost ten years, and studied at the University of Melbourne for a Masters in law (LLM).[2]
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References
- "La Trobe". Virtual Tally Room. Australian Electoral Commission. 24 August 2010. Archived from the original on 23 August 2010. Retrieved 24 August 2010.
- "Labor People - Laura Smyth". Australian Labor Party. 2010. Archived from the original on 27 August 2010. Retrieved 24 August 2010.
| Parliament of Australia | ||
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| Preceded by Jason Wood |
Member for La Trobe 2010–2013 |
Succeeded by Jason Wood |
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