Gavan Herlihy (born 16 January 1947) is a former New Zealand politician. He was educated at St. Kevin's College and University of Canterbury. He was a member of Parliament for the National Party from 1996 to 2002.[1]
Before entering politics, Herlihy was a farmer.
Member of Parliament
| New Zealand Parliament | ||||
| Years | Term | Electorate | List | Party |
| 1996–1999 | 45th | Otago | 57 | National |
| 1999–2002 | 46th | Otago | 32 | National |
Herlihy was first elected to Parliament in the 1996 election as MP for Otago, and was re-elected in the 1999 election. In the 2002 election, he lost narrowly to David Parker of the Labour Party.
This loss was surprising to many commentators, as the Otago region has traditionally regarded as a safely in National hands.[1] Herlihy narrowly missed out on becoming a list MP, being two places below the cut-off line.
After parliament
On 1 July 2011 Herlihy was appointed to the board of Landcare Research.[2]
Herlihy is involved in rural support trusts.[3][4]
References
- ^ a b Young, Audrey (31 July 2002). "Tears flow as 16 MPs say goodbye". The New Zealand Herald. New Zealand Press Association. Retrieved 12 July 2008.
- ^ "Appointments made to CRI boards". New Zealand Government. 1 July 2011. Archived from the original on 3 October 2011. Retrieved 1 July 2011.
- ^ "Farmers' support trusts go national". Otago Daily Times Online News. 27 May 2017.
- ^ Rae, Sally. "Events throughout Otago to offer advice for farmers" – via www.nzherald.co.nz.
| New Zealand Parliament | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Warren Cooper | Member of Parliament for Otago 1996–2002 | Succeeded by David Parker |