Sharon Claydon
Sharon Claydon MP | |
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Member of the Australian Parliament for Newcastle | |
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Assumed office 7 September 2013 | |
Preceded by | Sharon Grierson |
Personal details | |
Born | Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia | 26 April 1964
Nationality | Australian |
Political party | Australian Labor Party |
Residence | Newcastle |
Occupation | Anthropologist; Politician |
Website | www.sharonclaydon.com |
Sharon Catherine Claydon (born 26 April 1964 in Newcastle, New South Wales) is an Australian politician. She has been a Labor member of the Australian House of Representatives, representing the Division of Newcastle in New South Wales, since September 2013.
Early years and background
The daughter of a Vietnam veteran, Claydon is a fifth generation Novocastrian who was educated at Lambton High School and completed an honours degree in anthropology at Sydney University.[1]
Career
After completing her studies, she worked within remote Aboriginal communities including the Kimberley Region before moving to the disability service sector.[1][2] In 2007 Claydon was elected as a Councillor on Newcastle City Council.[3]
Immediately prior to the 2013 federal election, Claydon worked for the incumbent Member for Newcastle, Sharon Grierson.[3]
Personal
Claydon is currently a patron of the Stockton Historical Society and has served as treasurer of the Newcastle Aboriginal Support Group.[4]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Elias, Charles (9 August 2013). "Claydon big on NBN, jobs and education". RADAR. Independent Media Group Pty Limited. Retrieved 15 September 2013.
- ↑ "Sharon Claydon". EMILY's List Australia. 2013. Retrieved 15 September 2013.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "The House of Reps class of 2013". Election Watch 2013. University of Melbourne. 10 September 2013. Retrieved 15 September 2013.
- ↑ "Sharon Claydon (Newcastle)". Federal Candidates. NSW Labor. 2013. Retrieved 15 September 2013.
External links
- Official website
- Claydon, Sharon (5 August 2013) (streaming audio). Meet the Candidates: Jamie Abbott and Sharon Claydon battle for Newcastle. Interview with Jill Emberson. Mornings. 702 ABC. Sydney. http://blogs.abc.net.au/files/sharon-claydon-05.08.13-online.mp3. Retrieved 15 September 2013.
Parliament of Australia | ||
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Preceded by Sharon Grierson |
Member for Newcastle 2013–present |
Incumbent |
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