Peter Andren

Peter James Andren (born 28 August 1946), is an Australian politician. He has been an independent member of the Australian House of Representatives since March 1996, representing the electorate of Calare in New South Wales. He was born in Gulargambone, New South Wales, and was educated at Macquarie University, Sydney. He was a teacher, television producer and radio and television news editor before entering politics. He is based in Bathurst, New South Wales.

Since being elected, Andren has attempted to implement changes to politicians' superannuation, involving giving members the opportunity to opt out of the parliamentary scheme. He introduced a Private Member's Bill to this extent, which has so far failed to pass through either house. He has been an active opponent of genetically modified crops, and has been involved with the Standing Committee on Primary Industries and Regional Services. Andren has been known to join with the other two rural independent members, Bob Katter and Tony Windsor, in raising regional issues with the Parliament and media. He has also been a vocal critic of Australia's policy on asylum seekers.

Andren has published a book, The Andren Report: an Independent Way in Australian Politics. (ISBN 090801192X)

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