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Paul Papalia
AustraliaLocal AssemblyAustralian Labor PartyWestern Australia · Secret HarbourMember of the Western Australian Legislative Assembly

Paul Papalia

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Paul Papalia is an Australian politician who has served as a member of the Western Australian Legislative Assembly since 2007. A former Royal Australian Navy diver and lieutenant commander who completed two tours in Iraq, he transitioned into politics following a distinguished military career. Since entering parliament, he has held various ministerial portfolios, including Police, Defence Industry, and Corrective Services. Currently representing the electorate of Secret Harbour, Papalia is noted for his non-factional status within the state Labor Party.

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Born
1962-07-12 · 63 years old
Birth place
Bunbury, Western Australia
Career
Royal Australian Navy diver, lieutenant commander, small business owner

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