Michael Daley

Australian politician and public leader

Michael Daley - Australian politician and public leader
Born

November 1st, 1965
59 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Served as a member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly. Held the position of Leader of the Opposition in New South Wales. Elected to the Assembly in 2005, representing the district of Maroubra. Advocated for various local and state issues during tenure. In 2019, led the Labor Party in the state election.

Served as Leader of the Opposition in New South Wales

Represented Maroubra in the Legislative Assembly

Elected to the New South Wales Assembly in 2005

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