Tanya Plibersek

Australian politician and health minister

Tanya Plibersek - Australian politician and health minister
Born

December 2nd, 1969
55 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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A prominent Australian politician, served as the 45th Minister of Health from 2011 to 2013. Represented the Division of Sydney in the House of Representatives since 1998. Played a key role in the development and introduction of various health policies during tenure as Minister. Contributed to debates and legislative processes on significant issues like education and women's rights throughout political career.

Served as the 45th Australian Minister of Health

Represented the Division of Sydney since 1998

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