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Laurence Neal
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| Senator for Victoria | |
| In office 11 March 1980 – 30 June 1981 |
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| Preceded by | James Webster |
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| Born | 18 July 1947 Wangaratta, Victoria |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | National Country Party |
| Alma mater | La Trobe University |
| Occupation | Teacher |
Laurence William Neal, born on July 18, 1947, is a former politician from Australia. He grew up in Wangaratta, Victoria. Before becoming a politician, he studied at La Trobe University in Melbourne. He then worked as a teacher and a private tutor.
Laurence Neal's Political Journey
Becoming a Senator
On March 11, 1980, Laurence Neal was chosen to join the Australian Senate. The Senate is like one of the two main groups of lawmakers in Australia. He became a Senator for the state of Victoria. He filled a spot that became empty when another Senator, James Webster, left his job.
His Time in the Senate
Laurence Neal was a member of the National Country Party. This is one of Australia's political parties. He served as a Senator for a short time. Later that same year, in 1980, there was a big election. He ran in this election but was not re-elected. His time as a Senator ended in 1981.
