Laura Mary Smyth (born 12 November 1976) is a former Australian politician who served as a member of the Australian House of Representatives for the seat of La Trobe representing the Australian Labor Party.[1] She defeated Liberal MP Jason Wood at the 2010 federal election. She was defeated by Wood at the 2013 election.
Laura Smyth | |
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Member of the Australian Parliament for La Trobe | |
In office 21 August 2010 – 7 September 2013 | |
Preceded by | Jason Wood |
Succeeded by | Jason Wood |
Personal details | |
Born | Laura Mary Smyth 12 November 1976 Belfast, Northern Ireland |
Nationality | Australian |
Political party | Australian Labor Party |
Alma mater | Monash University University of Melbourne |
Occupation | Lawyer |
Website | http://www.laurasmyth.net |
Early years and background
editSmyth was educated at St Lukes Primary School, Twinbrook, Belfast, County Antrim, Dandenong and Oakleigh before attending Monash University, where she completed a Bachelor of Science (Honours) and a Bachelor of Laws. She worked as a corporate lawyer for almost ten years, and studied at the University of Melbourne for a Master's in law (LLM).[2]
References
edit- ^ "La Trobe". Virtual Tally Room. Australian Electoral Commission. 24 August 2010. Archived from the original on 23 August 2010. Retrieved 24 August 2010.
- ^ "Labor People - Laura Smyth". Australian Labor Party. 2010. Archived from the original on 27 August 2010. Retrieved 24 August 2010.