Tag prime minister malcolm turnbull
Malcolm Turnbull was the 29th Prime Minister of Australia, serving from September 2015 to August 2018. He was the leader of the Liberal Party of Australia and was succeeded by Scott Morrison.
Here are some notable facts about Malcolm Turnbull:
- Born: October 21, 1954, in Sydney, Australia
- Education: Bachelor of Arts in Law and Economics from the University of Sydney
- Career: Lawyer, businessman, and politician
- Political career: Member of the Australian Parliament for the seat of Wentworth from 2004 to 2018
- Prime Minister: September 15, 2015, to August 24, 2018
- Notable achievements: Introduced same-sex marriage legislation, implemented the National Energy Guarantee, and oversaw the introduction of the National Disability Insurance Scheme
- Notable controversies: Faced criticism for his handling of climate change, energy policy, and his leadership style
Some notable quotes from Malcolm Turnbull:
- "I am a conservative, but I am not a conservative in the sense that I am a reactionary. I am a conservative in the sense that I believe in the importance of tradition, of continuity, of stability."
- "The greatest threat to our nation's future is not terrorism, it is not climate change, it is not economic downturn. The greatest threat to our nation's future is our own complacency."
- "I am not a politician, I am a statesman. I am a leader, not a follower."
Some notable awards and honors received by Malcolm Turnbull:
- Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) in 2014
- Honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of Sydney in 2015
- Honorary Doctor of Science from the University of Melbourne in 2016