Ted Harding

Ted Harding
Member of the Australian Parliament
for Herbert
In office
9 December 1961  26 November 1966
Preceded by John Murray
Succeeded by Robert Bonnett
Personal details
Born (1921-06-12)12 June 1921
Bowen, Queensland
Died 3 February 2004(2004-02-03) (aged 82)
Nationality Australian
Political party Australian Labor Party
Occupation Furniture retailer
Profession Developer

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.[1]

References

  1. Carr, Adam (2008). "Australian Election Archive". Psephos, Adam Carr's Election Archive. Retrieved 2008-07-16.
Parliament of Australia
Preceded by
John Murray
Member for Herbert
1961–1966
Succeeded by
Robert Bonnett


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