Fiona Martin
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Biography
Fiona Barbouttis Martin (born 16 November 1977) is an Australian Liberal Party politician who was elected as Member of Parliament for Reid at the 2019 federal election.
Early years and background
Martin is the daughter of Kathleen and George Barbouttis. Her parents and maternal grandparents were born in Australia, while her paternal grandparents were Greek migrants to Australia from the island of Kastellorizo. Martin grew up in the electorate, attending Santa Sabina College in Strathfield and then Rosebank College in Five Dock. She is married to Nicolai, who was a Danish citizen at the time of their marriage, and they have four children.
Martin graduated from the University of Sydney with a doctorate in psychology, and owned a psychology practice that has rooms in Mosman and Gladesville.
Political career
In mid-March 2019 the member for Reid, Craig Laundy announced he would not be standing at the 2019 election. Martin was nominated by the Liberal party, being described as a "captain's pick". She won the seat at the 2019 election.