Mike Foley (Australian politician)

Michael Bernard Foley (born 3 December 1946) is a former Australian politician and member of the Tasmanian Greens.

Mike Foley
Member of the Tasmanian House of Assembly for Franklin
In office
3 March 1995  29 August 1998
Preceded byGerry Bates
Personal details
Born (1946-12-03) December 3, 1946 (age 79)
Boronia, Victoria, Australia
PartyTasmanian Greens
Occupation
  • Politician
  • environmental educator
  • wilderness guide

Foley was born in Boronia, Victoria.

In 1995, he was elected to the Tasmanian House of Assembly for Franklin in a recount resulting from the resignation of Gerry Bates. He held the seat until his defeat in 1998.[1]

After politics, Foley has been head of the Far South Wilderness Centre.[1][2]

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