AustraliaLocal AssemblyAustralian Labor PartyNew South Wales · PenrithMember of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly
Karen McKeown
Profile
Karen McKeown is an Australian politician serving as the Member for Penrith in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly since 2023. Before her election to state parliament, she had a long career in local government, serving on the Penrith City Council from 2004 to 2024, including two terms as Mayor. Her professional background includes work in the trade union movement and the TAFE system. In parliament, she advocates for domestic violence reform, superannuation equity, and improved infrastructure for Western Sydney.
Details
- Birth place
- Western Sydney, Australia
- Education
- Western Sydney University (Bachelor of Commerce); University of Sydney (Labour Law Certificate); University of Technology Sydney (Executive Certificate for Elected Members)
- Career
- Trade union official, TAFE teacher, workplace advocate, Penrith City Councillor
