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Peter Fisher
AuthorBooks · Second handSince 1936
Peter Stanley Fisher is a former Australian politician. Born in Rainbow, Victoria, he attended Longerenong Agricultural College before becoming a farmer. In 1972, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Country Party member for Mallee. During his parliamentary career, Fisher served as Deputy Whip (1976-1980), Chief Whip (1980-1983) and Shadow Minister for Sport and Recreation (1983-1984). Fisher held the seat until 1993. In 1979, the first Qantas Boeing 747 aircraft equipped with Rolls-Royce engines was named the 'City of Swan Hill' after the riverside Mallee town as a result of Fisher's lobbying efforts.
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About Peter Fisher
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1936
Peter Stanley Fisher is a former Australian politician. Born in Rainbow, Victoria, he attended Longerenong Agricultural College before becoming a farmer. In 1972, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Country Party member for Mallee. During his parliamentary career, Fisher served as Deputy Whip (1976-1980), Chief Whip (1980-1983) and Shadow Minister for Sport and Recreation (1983-1984). Fisher held the seat until 1993. In 1979, the first Qantas Boeing 747 aircraft equipped with Rolls-Royce engines was named the 'City of Swan Hill' after the riverside Mallee town as a result of Fisher's lobbying efforts.
Peter Fisher was born in the Australian town of Rainbow in 1936.
His professional career combines politics with his background as a farmer.
He is the author of a prolific body of work comprising 58 publications.
His bibliography stands out for exploring diverse topics such as history, folklore, and secondary education.
His main work, Metacognitive Therapy, reflects his interest in analysis and knowledge.
