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Nick Dondas
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Dondas in 1974
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| Member of the Australian Parliament for Northern Territory |
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| In office 2 March 1996 – 3 October 1998 |
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| Preceded by | Warren Snowdon |
| Succeeded by | Warren Snowdon |
| 5th Speaker of the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly | |
| In office 10 October 1989 – 26 June 1994 |
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| Preceded by | Roger Vale |
| Succeeded by | Terry McCarthy |
| Member of the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly for Casuarina |
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| In office 19 October 1974 – 3 June 1994 |
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| Preceded by | Division created |
| Succeeded by | Peter Adamson |
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| Born |
Nicholas Manuel Dondas
26 October 1939 Perth, Western Australia |
| Died | 9 September 2024 (aged 84) Darwin, Northern Territory |
| Political party | Country Liberal Party Liberal Party (federal) |
| Spouse |
Cheryl Jones
(m. 1972) |
Nicholas Manuel Dondas (26 October 1939 – 9 September 2024) was an important politician in the Northern Territory, Australia. He was a member of the Country Liberal Party. He represented the area of Casuarina in the Northern Territory Legislative Assembly from 1974 to 1994. Later, he represented the Division of Northern Territory in the Australian House of Representatives from 1996 to 1998.
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Nicholas Dondas's Political Journey
Nicholas Dondas had a long career in politics. He held several key roles in the Northern Territory government.
Serving as a Minister
From 1979 to 1987, Dondas worked as a minister. A minister is a high-ranking official in the government. He served under different leaders, including Paul Everingham, Ian Tuxworth, and Stephen Hatton. This meant he was in charge of different government departments.
Becoming Deputy Chief Minister
From 1983 to 1987, Dondas was the Deputy Leader of the Country Liberal Party. This made him the Deputy Chief Minister. The Deputy Chief Minister is like a vice-president for the Northern Territory. They help lead the government.
Running as an Independent Candidate
After leaving the Country Liberal Party, Dondas decided to run for election on his own. He ran as an Independent candidate in 2001 for the electoral division of Port Darwin. However, he was not successful in this election.
About Nicholas Dondas's Life
Nicholas Dondas was born in Perth. He went to Christian Brothers College, Highgate, and Perth Boys High School. His family had Greek roots.
Family and Interests
After moving to Darwin, he married Cheryl Jones on 26 August 1972. They had one daughter together. Before he became a politician, Dondas was involved in his community. He worked with the Northern Suburbs Community Development Association. He also helped the Darwin Regional Tourist Association. Dondas was also a big fan of rugby league and enjoyed playing the sport.
His Passing
Nicholas Dondas passed away on 9 September 2024 in Darwin. He was 84 years old.
