Don Devitt

Donald Michael Devitt (11 July 1921 – 10 July 2008)^[1] was an Australian politician. Born in Launceston, Tasmania, he was educated at state schools before becoming a council clerk. He served in the military 1942–1945, after which he became a farmer and high school bursar. In 1964, he was elected to the Australian Senate as a Labor Senator for Tasmania. He held the seat until his retirement in 1977.^[2][3]

Don Devitt
Senator for Tasmania
In office 1 July 1965 – 30 June 1978
Personal details
Born	(1921-07-11)11 July 1921 Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
Died	10 July 2008(2008-07-10) (aged 86) Burnie, Tasmania, Australia
Political party	Labor