Breaking: Queensland minister stands down after referral to federal police
Queensland's Olympics Minister Tim Mander has stepped down from his position following a referral to the Australian Federal Police by the Australian Electoral Commission. Mander stated that he is standing aside while the matter is being resolved to avoid distractions for the government. Tourism Minister Andrew Powell will take over Mander's responsibilities during this period.
- ▪Tim Mander has been referred to the Australian Federal Police by the Australian Electoral Commission regarding his enrolment status.
- ▪Mander voluntarily stepped aside from his cabinet position to ensure the matter does not distract from government work.
- ▪Tourism Minister Andrew Powell will manage Mander's portfolio responsibilities while the situation is being addressed.
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- ▪ Queensland Olympics minister stands down — The Sydney Morning Herald
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Queensland Olympics Minister Tim Mander stands down after referral to AFPBy state political reporter Jack McKayTopic:State and Territory GovernmentThu 21 May 2026 at 5:07pmThu 21 May 2026 at 5:07pmThu 21 May 2026 at 5:07pmTim Mander says he has told Premier David Crisafulli he is "standing aside" while the matter referred to the Australian Federal Police is "being sorted". (AAP Image: Darren England)abc.net.au/news/qld-minister-tim-mander-stands-down/106708334Link copiedShareShare articleQueensland's Olympics Minister Tim Mander has stood aside from cabinet after he was referred to police by the Australian Electoral Commission.The AEC confirmed on Thursday it had made the referral to the Australian Federal Police amid questions about this enrolment status.In a statement released late…
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