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Austin Lewis
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| Senator for Victoria | |
| In office 17 December 1976 – 30 June 1993 |
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| Preceded by | Ivor Greenwood |
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| Born | 5 December 1932 Melbourne, Victoria |
| Died | 2nd June 2024 Port Fairy |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Liberal Party of Australia |
| Spouse | Wilma Lewis (nee Lawrey) |
| Children | Four |
| Residence | Port Fairy, Victoria |
| Alma mater | University of Melbourne |
| Occupation | Solicitor |
Austin William Russell Lewis (born 5 December 1932) was an important Australian politician. He served as a Senator for the state of Victoria for many years.
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Who Was Austin Lewis?
Austin Lewis was an Australian politician who worked to represent the people of Victoria. He was a member of the Liberal Party of Australia, one of Australia's major political groups.
Early Life and Work
Austin Lewis was born in Melbourne, Australia, on 5 December 1932. He went to the University of Melbourne to study. After finishing his education, he became a solicitor, which is a type of lawyer. He also worked as a farmer.
Joining the Australian Senate
On 7 December 1976, Austin Lewis became a Senator in the Australian Senate. The Senate is part of Australia's Parliament, where laws are made for the whole country. Senators represent their states and help decide on new laws.
He became a Senator because there was a "casual vacancy." This means a spot opened up because the previous Senator, Ivor Greenwood, had passed away. Austin Lewis was chosen to fill this important role.
His Time as a Senator
Austin Lewis served as a Senator for Victoria for a long time. He was a member of the Liberal Party of Australia. He worked in the Senate until he decided to retire in 1993.
Later Life
Austin Lewis passed away on 2 June 2024, in Port Fairy.
