Ned Hanlon
Australian politician and Queensland Premier
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Leaders & Politicians
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Australia
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Served as the 26th Premier of Queensland from 1946 to 1950. Worked as a sergeant in the Australian Army before entering politics. Represented the Labor Party and focused on social and economic reforms during time in office. Contributed to post-war reconstruction efforts and the establishment of welfare policies.
Served as the 26th Premier of Queensland
Participated in post-war reconstruction efforts
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