Ray O'Connor
Politician, 22nd Premier of Western Australia
Born
March 6th, 1926
99 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Australia
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Served as Premier of Western Australia from 1974 to 1975. Represented the Liberal Party and held multiple ministerial positions during tenure in government. Focused on various initiatives within the state, including economic development and infrastructure projects. Contributed to party leadership and policy-making throughout political career.
Served as 22nd Premier of Western Australia
Represented the Liberal Party in the state government
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