Eric Russell Hutchinson (born 19 June 1965) is an Australian politician who was the administrator of Norfolk Island, in office from 2017 to 2023. He previously served a single term in the House of Representatives from 2013 to 2016, representing the Division of Lyons for the Liberal Party.
Eric Hutchinson | |
|---|---|
| Administrator of Norfolk Island | |
| In office 1 April 2017 – 31 May 2023 | |
| Monarchs | Elizabeth II Charles III |
| Governors‑General | Sir Peter Cosgrove David Hurley |
| Preceded by | Gary Hardgrave |
| Succeeded by | George Plant |
| Member of the Australian Parliament for Lyons | |
| In office 7 September 2013 – 2 July 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Dick Adams |
| Succeeded by | Brian Mitchell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Eric Russell Hutchinson 19 June 1965 Launceston, Tasmania |
| Nationality |  Australia |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Spouse | Amanda |
| Children | 2 |
| Occupation | Business manager |
| Website | www |
Early life
editHutchinson was born in Launceston, Tasmania. He worked for various wool-exporting companies before entering politics.[1]
Politics
editHutchinson was elected to federal parliament at the 2013 election, when he won the Division of Lyons from incumbent Labor MP Dick Adams. He secured a 1.2-point margin from a swing of 13.5 points.[1] He did not live in his electorate but in neighbouring Bass.[2] He was defeated after one term by Labor's Brian Mitchell at the 2016 election.[3] After his defeat, he took up a role as an advisor to the President of the Senate, Stephen Parry.[citation needed]
Administrator of Norfolk Island
editOn 1 April 2017, Hutchinson began a two-year term as Administrator of Norfolk Island,[4] which was extended by a further two years in February 2019.[5] In March 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, he declared a state of emergency on the island and imposed a 32-day travel ban.[6] He was again reappointed for a two-year term beginning on 1 April 2021.[7] On 11 May 2023, it was announced by the Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories that Hutchinson would be succeeded by George Plant as Administrator.[8] Plant was sworn in on 26 May 2023 and began his term as Administrator on 1 June 2023.[8]
References
edit- ^ a b "Eric Hutchinson Candidate for Lyons". Liberal Party of Australia. Archived from the original on 13 August 2013. Retrieved 7 September 2013.
- ^ "How local is local? The 12 MPs who don't live in the seats they're trying to win". The Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 17 May 2016.
- ^ "Electorate: Lyons". Federal Election 2016. Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 2 July 2016. Retrieved 3 July 2016.
- ^ "Former Tasmanian MP Eric Hutchinson appointed Norfolk Island administrator". ABC News. 3 March 2017. Retrieved 9 April 2017.
- ^ "Eric Hutchinson reappointed as Norfolk Island Administrator". Norfolk Online News. 22 February 2019. Archived from the original on 12 July 2019. Retrieved 12 July 2019.
- ^ "Coronavirus fears on Norfolk Island prompt travel ban as state of emergency declared". Australian Broadcasting Corporation. 17 March 2020. Retrieved 20 March 2020.
- ^ Ministers for the Department of Infrastructure, Transport. "Eric Hutchinson reappointed as Administrator of Norfolk Island". Ministers for the Department of Infrastructure. Retrieved 6 February 2022.
- ^ a b Kristy, McBain MP (11 May 2023). "Norfolk Island Administrator appointment". Minister.infrastructure.gov.au. Retrieved 22 May 2023.
External links
edit- Official website
- Search or browse Hansard for Eric Hutchinson at OpenAustralia.org