Colin Barnett

Economist and Premier of Western Australia

Colin Barnett - Economist and Premier of Western Australia
Born

July 15th, 1950
74 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Served as the 29th Premier of Western Australia from 2008 to 2017. Held the position of Treasurer in the Western Australian government prior to premiership. Instrumental in several major infrastructure projects and policy reforms in the state. Contributed to economic discussions and strategies throughout the tenure in various ministerial roles.

Served as Premier from 2008 to 2017

Led major infrastructure projects

Held the position of Treasurer

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