Albert Van Zetten (born 12 April 1954)Faces of Local Government
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. He was formerly

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Launceston, and worked as an accountant. He lives in Riverside with his wife Lyndle. He is well known for his opposition to the

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, which played a part in his election.

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External links

Launceston City Council WebsiteTasmanian Parliament WebsiteAlbert Van Zetten
{{DEFAULTSORT:Van Zetten, Albert Australian people of Dutch descent Mayors of Launceston, Tasmania Living people 1954 births Tasmanian local councillors