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Paul Neville
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Member of the Australian Parliament
for Hinkler
In office
13 March 1993 – 5 August 2013
Preceded by Brian Courtice
Succeeded by Keith Pitt
Personal details
Born (1940-03-20)20 March 1940
Warwick, Queensland
Died 1 January 2019(2019-01-01) (aged 78)
Bundaberg, Queensland
Nationality Australian
Political party National (federal)
Liberal National (state, 2010-2019)
Spouse Margaret Neville
Occupation Theatre supervisor

Paul Christopher Neville (born March 20, 1940 – died January 1, 2019) was an important Australian politician. He was a member of the National Party. Paul Neville served in the Australian House of Representatives for many years. He represented the area called the Division of Hinkler, which is in Queensland.

Who Was Paul Neville?

Paul Neville was born in Warwick, Queensland. Before he became a politician, he worked as a theatre supervisor. This means he helped manage theatres and shows. He lived a long life and passed away in Bundaberg, Queensland, when he was 78 years old.

A Career in Politics

Paul Neville was a Member of Parliament (MP). An MP is someone chosen by people to represent them in the government. He was part of the Australian House of Representatives. This is one of the two main parts of the Australian Parliament. The House of Representatives is where new laws are discussed and voted on.

Serving in Parliament

Paul Neville was an MP for a long time. He started his job in March 1993. He continued to serve the people until August 2013. That's more than 20 years! During this time, he worked for the National Party. This party focuses on issues important to people in rural and regional areas.

Representing Hinkler

Paul Neville represented the Division of Hinkler. This is a specific area in Queensland, Australia. When people in Hinkler voted, they chose Paul Neville to speak for them in Parliament. His job was to make sure their voices were heard. He worked on issues that mattered to the people living in his area.

Paul Neville's Legacy

Paul Neville was known for his dedication to his community. He worked hard to improve things for the people he represented. His long career in Parliament showed his commitment to public service. He helped shape laws and policies for Australia.

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