Education
Born in Sydney, he attended state schools before becoming an accountant and company director
Born in Sydney, he attended state schools before becoming an accountant and company director
In 1955, he was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Liberal member for Phillip. He held the seat until 1961, when he was defeated by Syd Einfeld of the Labor Party. Aston returned to the House in 1963, defeating Einfeld (who went on to enter the New South Wales State Parliament and to become a State Cabinet Minister).
On 21 February 1967 Aston was elected Speaker.
He held this position until the Liberal Government"s defeat at the hands of Gough Whitlam in 1972, when Aston lost his seat. He died in 1997.
He served in World World War II from 1942-1944, and was involved in local politics as a member of Waverley Council.