Keith Ewert
Keith Walter Wilson Ewert (12 April 1918 – 2 December 1989) was an Australian politician. Born in Brighton[1] and educated at Melbourne High School and the University of Melbourne, he was an accountant before entering politics. In 1952, Ewert was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for Flinders, unexpectedly winning the by-election for that seat caused by the death of Rupert Ryan and becoming only the second Labor MP for Flinders. In 1954, he was defeated by Liberal Robert Lindsay.
Keith Ewert | |
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| Member of the Australian Parliament for Flinders | |
| In office 18 October 1952 – 29 May 1954 | |
| Preceded by | Rupert Ryan |
| Succeeded by | Robert Lindsay |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 12 April 1918 Brighton, Victoria, Australia |
| Died | 2 December 1989 (aged 71) |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Australian Labor Party |
| Alma mater | University of Melbourne |
| Occupation | Accountant |
In 1955, 1958 and 1961, Ewert was the Labor candidate for the nearby seat of Bruce, losing each time to Liberal Billy Snedden. On the third attempt, Ewert actually led in the first count, but was defeated by DLP preferences.
After his final defeat, Ewert resumed his accountancy practice. He died in 1989.[2]
References
- "Family Notices". The Age (19, 685). Victoria, Australia. 27 April 1918. p. 7. Retrieved 2 January 2017 – via National Library of Australia.
- Carr, Adam (2008). "Australian Election Archive". Psephos, Adam Carr's Election Archive. Archived from the original on 20 July 2007. Retrieved 14 June 2008.
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| Preceded by Rupert Ryan |
Member for Flinders 1952–1954 |
Succeeded by Robert Lindsay |