Lawrence James Anthony (born 17 December 1961) is an Australian former politician. He was a National Party of Australia member of the Australian House of Representatives representing the Division of Richmond, New South Wales, from the March 1996 election until his defeat in the 2004 election. He held the seat that was previously held by his father, Doug Anthony, and his grandfather, Larry Anthony, senior. The Anthonys became the first three-generation dynasty in the history of the House of Representatives.
Early life
Anthony was born in Sydney, New South Wales, and educated at Canberra Grammar School before attending university at the University of New South Wales, Sydney.
Honours
- Gold Distinguished Service Medal, The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award – Australia (2017)
- Appointed as Officer of the Order of Australia for "distinguished service to the people and Parliament of Australia, to political institutions, to business, and youth leadership organisations".
See also
- Anthony family
References
4. http://www.dukeofed.com.au/about-us-2/honour-roll/distinguished-medal-recipients/