Preceded by John Murray Occupation Furniture retailer | Nationality Australian Succeeded by Robert Bonnett Name Ted Harding | |
Born 12 June 1921
Bowen, Queensland ( 1921-06-12 ) Died 3 February 2004(2004-02-03) (aged 82) | ||
Political party Australian Labor Party | ||
Ernest William "Ted" Harding (12 June 1921 – 3 February 2004) was an Australian politician and rugby league footballer. Born in Bowen, Queensland, he was educated at Townsville Grammar School before serving in the military 1942–44. On his return he became a furniture retailer.
In 1961, Harding was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for Herbert, defeating Liberal MP John Murray. He held the seat until his defeat in 1966, after which he became a company director. Harding died in 2004.
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