Larry Anthony
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Lawrence James "Larry" Anthony (born 17 December 1961), Australian politician, was a National Party of Australia member of the Australian House of Representatives representing the Division of Richmond, New South Wales, from March 1996 until his defeat in the parliamentary election of October 9 2004. He held the seat that was previously held by his father, Doug Anthony, and his grandfather, Larry Anthony. The Anthony's are the only three-generation dynasty in the history of the House of Representatives.
Anthony was born in Sydney, New South Wales, and educated at the University of New South Wales, Sydney. He was a businessman and stockbroker before entering politics.
Anthony was Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Trade 1998-99, Minister for Community Services 1999-2001 and Minister for Children and Youth Affairs from 2001 to 2004.
Anthony has reciently come under fire from some sectors of the Federal Opposition due to him being offered a position on a board of a company who operates a number of childcare facilities.
External link
- Personal website (http://www.larry.com.au/)