Cathy McGowan (politician)
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Catherine McGowan AO (born 29 November 1953) is a former Australian politician who was the independent MP for the rural Victorian seat of Indi from the 2013 federal election, when she defeated Liberal MP Sophie Mirabella,[1][2] until her retirement before the 2019 federal election.[3]
Cathy McGowan | |
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Member of the Australian Parliament for Indi | |
In office 7 September 2013 ā 11 April 2019 | |
Preceded by | Sophie Mirabella |
Succeeded by | Helen Haines |
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Born | Catherine McGowan (1953-11-29) 29 November 1953 (age 70) Albury, New South Wales, Australia |
Political party | Independent |
Domestic partner | David Wolfenden |
Residence | Indigo Valley, Victoria |
Alma mater | University of Western Sydney |
Occupation | Politician |
Profession | Agricultural consultant, farmer |
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Website | cathymcgowan.com.au |
In 2004 she was made an Officer of the Order of Australia "for service to the community through raising awareness of and stimulating debate about issues affecting women in regional, rural and remote areas."[4] McGowan was also a recipient of the Centenary Medal in 2001.
McGowan has a master's degree in Applied Science in Agricultural and Rural Development from the University of Western Sydney.[5]