Eric Ripper

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Eric Ripper (born 1951) is an Australian politician. A member of the Australian Labor Party, he is currently the Deputy Premier and Treasurer of Western Australia. Ripper entered the Cabinet upon the formation of the Labor Government following the 2001 Western Australian election. He became Minister for Energy in 2001. Ripper had previously served as Deputy Premier, Treasurer, Minister for Government Enterprises and Minister Assisting the Minister for Public Sector Management in Gallop's cabinet.

Ripper entered the Parliament of Western Australia in 1988 after winning a by-election in the Electoral district of Ascot. Prior to this time he was a teacher. He served as Minister for Community Services and Minister for Disability services in the Lawrence Ministry (1991-1993). He currently represents the seat of Belmont.

Ripper lives in Rivervale and has two sons. His partner is former Education Minister Ljiljanna Ravlich.