Career
While an Member of Parliament, she held a number of portfolios, including Minister for Women, Community Services, Fair Trading, Consumer Affairs and Deputy Premier. While the ALP were in opposition (1994–1995) she was Shadow Minister for Housing. Fay Lo Po" was also heavily involved in local politics in the 1970s and 80s, culminating in a term as Mayor of the Penrith City Council in 1990–1991.
She was Alderman of Prospect Electricity (1980–1987, 1991–1992) serving as Chair.
From 1986–1987.
Local government
Member Penrith City Council 1971-1974, 1980-1995
Mayor Penrith 1990-1991
State Government
Elected, New South Wales Legislative Assembly, Penrith 1991 (re-elected in 1995 and 1999)
Shadow Minister for Housing, 1994-1995
Minister for Consumer Affairs, 1995
Minister for Fair Trading, 1995-1997
Minister for Women 1995 to 2003
Minister for Community Services, Aging and Disability Services, from 1997 to 2003
Retired – 2003.
