Vanessa Goodwin
Australian politician and parliament member
Born
1969
56 years ago
Died
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Australia
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Served as a member of the Tasmanian Legislative Council representing the Pembroke division from 2011 until death in 2018. Contributed to various parliamentary committees, focusing on health and education issues. Worked as an advocate for women's rights and education reform during tenure. Held position as the Shadow Minister for Health and Shadow Minister for Education and Training.
Represented Pembroke in the Tasmanian Legislative Council
Served as Shadow Minister for Health
Served as Shadow Minister for Education and Training
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