John Verran

Politician, 26th Premier of South Australia

John Verran - Politician, 26th Premier of South Australia
Born

July 9th, 1856
169 years ago

Died

June 7th, 1932
93 years ago — 75 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Served as the 26th Premier of South Australia from 1910 to 1912. Participated in the Labor movement and was influential in shaping policies during his tenure. Worked to improve social welfare and labor rights. Associated with the expansion of government services and programs aimed at addressing economic challenges. Helped foster the development of infrastructure in the state.

Served as the 26th Premier of South Australia

Contributed to labor rights legislation

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