George Souris

George Souris
Member of the New South Wales Parliament
for Upper Hunter
In office
19 March 1988 – 6 March 2015
Preceded byCol Fisher
Succeeded byMichael Johnsen
Minister for Tourism, Major Events, Hospitality and Racing
In office
3 April 2011 – 23 April 2014
Preceded byJodi McKay, Kevin Greene
Succeeded byAndrew Stoner (as Minister for Tourism and Major Events);
Troy Grant (as Minister for Hospitality, Gaming and Racing)
Minister for the Arts
In office
3 April 2011 – 23 April 2014
PremierBarry O'Farrell
Preceded byVirginia Judge
Succeeded byTroy Grant
Personal details
Born (1949-07-12) 12 July 1949 (age 75)
Gunnedah, New South Wales
NationalityAustralian
Political partyThe Nationals
SpouseVassy
Alma materUniversity of New England
ProfessionAccountant

George Souris AM (born 12 July 1949) is an Australian politician and former member of the New South Wales Legislative Assembly, representing Upper Hunter for the Nationals from 1988 to 2015. Souris is a former leader of the National Party in NSW.