Alexander Paterson O'Shea

Who is Alexander Paterson O'Shea?

Alexander Paterson O'Shea was a New Zealand shepherd, clerk, farmers’ union leader, political lobbyist and meat industry representative. He was born in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand in 1902. He was appointed a member of the New Zealand Legislative Council on 22 June 1950.

He was appointed as a member of the suicide squad nominated by the First National Government in 1950 to vote for the abolition of the Council. Most of the new members were appointed on 22 June 1950, and served until 31 December 1950 when the Council was abolished.