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Peter Baume
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Baume in 1974
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| Minister for Education | |
| In office 7 May 1982 – 11 March 1983 |
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| Prime Minister | Malcolm Fraser |
| Preceded by | Wal Fife |
| Succeeded by | Susan Ryan |
| Minister for Health | |
| In office 20 April 1982 – 7 May 1982 |
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| Prime Minister | Malcolm Fraser |
| Preceded by | Michael MacKellar |
| Succeeded by | Jim Carlton |
| Minister for Aboriginal Affairs | |
| In office 3 November 1980 – 7 May 1982 |
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| Prime Minister | Malcolm Fraser |
| Preceded by | Fred Chaney |
| Succeeded by | Ian Wilson |
| Senator for New South Wales | |
| In office 18 May 1974 – 28 January 1991 |
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| Succeeded by | John Tierney |
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| Born |
Peter Erne Baume
30 January 1935 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Spouse |
Jennifer Tuson
(m. 1958) |
| Relations | Frederick Baume (grandfather) Rosetta Baume (grandmother) Eric Baume (uncle) |
| Alma mater | University of Sydney |
| Occupation | Physician |
Peter Erne Baume, AC (born 30 January 1935) is a retired Australian doctor and politician. He was a Senator for New South Wales from 1974 to 1991. He represented the Liberal Party. During his time in government, he served as the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and the Minister for Education.
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Early Life and Education
Growing Up in Australia
Peter Baume was born in Sydney, Australia, on January 30, 1935. His family had a history in politics. His grandfather, Frederick Baume, was a member of parliament in New Zealand. His grandmother, Rosetta Baume, was one of the first women to try and get elected to parliament there.
Peter spent his early childhood in Melbourne. He went to Ormond State School and Grimwade House. Later, his family moved back to Sydney. He finished his schooling at Narrabeen Public School, North Sydney Boys High School, and Sydney Grammar School.
Becoming a Doctor
After school, Peter completed his national service. This was a time when young people had to serve in the military. He worked as a medical orderly.
He then studied medicine at the University of Sydney. He became a doctor in 1959. He worked at the Royal North Shore Hospital. He also studied gastroenterology, which is about the digestive system. Before becoming a politician, he worked as a doctor in private practice. He also taught at the University of Sydney.
Political Career
Serving as a Senator
Peter Baume was elected to the Senate for New South Wales in 1974. The Senate is one of the two parts of the Australian Parliament. He was a member of the Liberal Party. As a Senator, he helped make laws for Australia.
Roles as a Minister
From 1980 to 1982, Peter Baume was the Minister for Aboriginal Affairs. In this role, he worked on issues important to Australia's First Peoples.
He also served briefly as the Minister for Health in 1982. After that, he became the Minister for Education. He held this position until 1983.
Leaving Parliament
In 1987, Peter Baume voted for a bill that supported equal opportunities in some government jobs. This was different from his party's official view. He felt his own beliefs about freedom and fairness were not always fitting with his party's direction. He decided to leave parliament in January 1991.
After Politics
Continuing Public Service
After leaving parliament, Peter Baume continued to work in important roles. From 1994 to 2006, he was the Chancellor of the Australian National University. This is a very important leadership role at a university.
He also served on the Australian Law Reform Commission. This group helps to improve Australia's laws. He was also involved with the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority. This group works to stop athletes from using banned substances. In 1998, he became a director of Sydney Water. This happened after some issues with Sydney's water supply.
Research and Teaching
Since 2000, Peter Baume has been a research associate at the Social Policy Research Centre at UNSW. He also helps teach medical students at the university. He guides them in discussions about different medical situations.
Awards and Recognition
Honoured for Service
Peter Baume has received high honours for his work. In 1992, he was made an Officer of the Order of Australia. This award recognizes great service to Australia. In 2008, he received an even higher honour, becoming a Companion of the Order of Australia.
The Australian National University gave him an honorary doctorate in 2004. This is a special degree given to people who have achieved a lot. In 2016, he was recognized in the Disability Employment Australia Hall of Fame. This was for his important work on a review of disability services in 1994.
Peter Baume Award
The Australian National University also has an award named after him. The 'Peter Baume Award' celebrates people who have achieved great things. It was first given out in 2004.
Personal Life
Peter Baume married Jennifer Tuson in 1958. They have a son and a daughter. His daughter has three children.
