Peter Costello
Peter Howard Costello AC (born 14 August 1957) is an Australian businessman, lawyer and former politician who served as the treasurer of Australia in government of John Howard from 1996 to 2007. He is the longest-serving treasurer in Australia's history. Costello was a member of parliament (MP) of the Australian House of Representatives from 1990 to 2009, representing the Division of Higgins. He also served as the Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party from 1994 to 2007.
Peter Costello | |
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Official portrait, c. 1996 | |
| Treasurer of Australia | |
| In office 11 March 1996 – 3 December 2007 | |
| Prime Minister | John Howard |
| Preceded by | Ralph Willis |
| Succeeded by | Wayne Swan |
| Deputy Leader of the Liberal Party | |
| In office 23 May 1994 – 29 November 2007 | |
| Leader | Alexander Downer John Howard |
| Preceded by | Michael Wooldridge |
| Succeeded by | Julie Bishop |
| Member of the Australian Parliament for Higgins | |
| In office 24 March 1990 – 19 October 2009 | |
| Preceded by | Roger Shipton |
| Succeeded by | Kelly O'Dwyer |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Peter Howard Costello 14 August 1957 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
| Political party | Liberal |
| Other political affiliations | Coalition |
| Spouse |
Tanya Coleman (m. 1982) |
| Children | 3 |
| Relatives | Tim Costello (brother) Patrick Costello |
| Education | Carey Baptist Grammar School |
| Alma mater | Monash University |
| Occupation | Chairman, Nine Entertainment Co. |
| Profession | Barrister |
On 18 September 2008, Costello was appointed as chairman of the World Bank's new Independent Advisory Board (IAB) to provide advice on anti-corruption measures. Costello has served as Chairman of Nine Entertainment Co. since February 2016. Costello is Chairman of the Board of Guardians of Australian Future Fund.