David Coleman (Australian politician)
| David Coleman MP | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Australian Parliament for Banks | |
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Assumed office 7 September 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Daryl Melham |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
5 March 1974 Camden, New South Wales |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Liberal Party of Australia |
| Spouse(s) | Dotte Coleman |
| Children | Caroline, Joseph |
| Alma mater | University of New South Wales |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Profession | Management consultant |
| Website |
www |
David Bernard Coleman (born 5 March 1974) is an Australian politician. He has been a Liberal member of the Australian House of Representatives, representing the Division of Banks in New South Wales, since September 2013.[1]
Early life and education
Coleman was born in Camden,[2] a south-western suburb of Sydney, New South Wales. He attended primary school at Saint Thomas à Becket primary school in Lewisham; and completed his schooling at the Christian Brothers' High School, also in Lewisham. Coleman studied at the University of New South Wales, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws,[1] and was president of the UNSW Student Guild in 1997.[2]
Career
Before entering politics, Coleman worked for global management consulting firm McKinsey & Co, LookSmart, dStore, and since 2005, in a variety of roles for PBL Media[2] and the Nine Network[3] where he was the director of strategy and digital. Coleman entered Liberal preselection contests for Cook in 2007 and Bradfield in 2010; however was unsuccessful in receiving Liberal endorsement.[1] Prior to his election to Parliament, Coleman held directorships with ninemsm Pty Liimited (2008-13), Australian News Channel Pty Limited (2008-13), and Yellow Brick Road Holdings Limited (2011-13).[2]
At the 2013 federal election Coleman defeated the incumbent Labor member, Daryl Melham, who had held the seat for 23 years. Coleman recorded a two-party preferred swing of 3.28 per cent in his favour;[4] and became the first non-Labor member to hold the seat since the Division of Banks was created in 1949.[5]
Coleman is in favour of legalising same-sex marriage.[6]
References
- 1 2 3 Galinovic, Maria (11 September 2013). "Coleman eager to deliver on commitments". St George and Sutherland Shire Leader. Retrieved 14 September 2013.
- 1 2 3 4 "Mr David Coleman MP". Senators and Members. Parliament of Australia. Retrieved 25 November 2013.
- ↑ "David Coleman Liberal for Banks". Liberal Party of Australia - New South Wales. Retrieved 7 September 2013.
- ↑ "House of Representatives: NSW: Banks". Election 2013. Australian Electoral Commission. 24 September 2013. Retrieved 15 July 2014.
- ↑ Coleman, David (19 November 2013). "First speech". Hansard extract. Parliament of Australia. Retrieved 25 November 2013.
- ↑ "Statement on Same Sex Marriage'". Retrieved 6 April 2016.
External links
- "First speech". Hansard extract. Parliament of Australia. 19 November 2013.
- Coleman's OpenAustralia page
| Parliament of Australia | ||
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| Preceded by Daryl Melham |
Member for Banks 2013–present |
Incumbent |