Millie Peacock
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Millie Gertrude Peacock, Lady Peacock (née Holden; 3 August 1870 – 7 February 1948), was the first woman elected to the Parliament of Victoria. She was the wife of Sir Alexander Peacock, a three-time Premier of Victoria. Upon his death in 1933, Lady Peacock won the by-election to replace him in parliament. She served only a single term, retiring at the 1935 state election.
Quick Facts Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly for Allandale, Preceded by ...
Millie Peacock | |
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Member of the Victorian Legislative Assembly for Allandale | |
In office 1 November 1933 – 1 February 1935 | |
Preceded by | Alexander Peacock |
Succeeded by | Thomas Parkin |
Personal details | |
Born | Millie Gertrude Holden (1870-08-03)3 August 1870 East Framlingham, Victoria, Australia |
Died | 7 February 1948(1948-02-07) (aged 77) Creswick, Victoria, Australia |
Resting place | Creswick cemetery |
Political party | UAP[1] |
Other political affiliations | AWNL |
Spouse | |
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