Tony Smith (Queensland politician)

Anthony Charles "Tony" Smith (born 15 July 1950) was an Australian politician. He was educated at the University of Queensland before becoming a fitter and turner and a marine engineer. He later became a barrister and then a primary producer. In 1996, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Liberal member for Dickson. He did not receive Liberal endorsement for the 1998 election and contested it as an independent, gaining 9% of the primary vote. His candidacy enabled Labor candidate Cheryl Kernot, formerly leader of the Democrats, to win the seat.[1]

Tony Smith
Member of the Australian Parliament for Dickson
In office 2 March 1996 – 3 October 1998
Preceded by	Michael Lavarch
Succeeded by	Cheryl Kernot
Personal details
Born	15 July 1950
Nationality	Australian
Political party	Liberal (1996–98) Independent (1998)
Alma mater	University of Queensland
Occupation	Barrister

References

1. Carr, Adam (2008). "Australian Election Archive". Psephos, Adam Carr's Election Archive. Retrieved 13 July 2008.