Introduction
Malcolm John "Mal" Bryce AO (born 10 April 1943) is a former Deputy Premier of Western Australia.
Early life
Bryce attended the University of Western Australia, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree.
Political career
In 1966 Bryce was an unsuccessful candidate for the Electorate of Moore in the 1966 Australian federal election.
After the death of Merv Toms, the member of the Western Australian Legislative Assembly seat of Ascot, Bryce won a byelection in November 1971.
In 1983 Bryce was appointed Deputy Premier of Western Australia under Premier Brian Burke, serving until his resignation from parliament in 1988.
Post-politics
After leaving parliament, Bryce joined Curtin University as an adjunct professor.
Unlike Burke, Bryce has not been embroiled in the WA Inc scandal.
Honours
Bryce was made an Officer of the Order of Australia in 1989 for services to the WA parliament.