
John Barounis
Profile
John Barounis is an Australian politician serving as the Member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland for the district of Maryborough since 2024. Born in Kalamata, Greece, he served in the Hellenic Armed Forces before migrating to Australia with his wife, Tricia. Prior to his election, Barounis managed various businesses across Queensland and New Zealand. He entered politics in 2023 and successfully defeated the incumbent in the 2024 state election. Outside of his political career, he is known for his community advocacy, including a tree-planting project in Maryborough established in memory of his late son, Yannis.
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- Born
- Greece
- Birth place
- Kalamata, Greece
- Career
- Business manager


