Peter Jones (politician) facts for kids
Peter Vernon Jones (born January 28, 1933 – died January 16, 2017) was an important Australian politician. He helped make decisions for the state of Western Australia for many years. He was known for serving in the state's parliament.
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Who Was Peter Jones?
Peter Vernon Jones was born in Launceston, Tasmania. This is an island state located south of mainland Australia. He grew up there before moving to Western Australia.
Early Life and Family
In 1960, Peter Jones married Margaret Antonia Maslin. They built a family together and had three children. Family was an important part of his life.
A Career in Politics
Peter Jones became a politician, which means he was elected by people to represent them and help make laws. He was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Western Australia. This is like the state's parliament, where elected members discuss and vote on new laws.
Serving Western Australia
From 1974 to 1986, Peter Jones represented the area of Narrogin in the Legislative Assembly. This means people from Narrogin voted for him to be their voice in the government. During this time, he was also the Deputy Leader of the National Country Party in Western Australia. A Deputy Leader helps lead the political party.
Changing Political Parties
Later in his political career, Peter Jones joined a different group. He became a member of the Liberal Party. Politicians sometimes change parties if their beliefs or goals align better with a different group.
His Legacy
Peter Jones passed away on January 16, 2017, in Perth, Western Australia. He was 83 years old. He is remembered for his dedication to public service and his work in the Western Australian parliament.
