Ray La Varis
Template:Use dmy dates Template:Use New Zealand English Ramon John (Ray) La Varis (also known as Del La Varis; 19 February 1932 – 14 December 1986) was an importer in Auckland, New Zealand, and a politician of the National Party.
Early years
La Varis was born in Auckland in 1932. He received his education at King's School and King's College.Template:Sfn In 1975, he married Christine Brewer (later known as Christine McElwee) who would serve five terms on the Taupō District Council from 1995 to 2010.[1]
Political career
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He represented the Taupo electorate from the Template:NZ election link, when he defeated Labour's Jack Ridley.Template:Sfn Due to ill health he did not stand for re-election in the Template:NZ election link and Ridley recaptured the electorate.
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