Vanessa Goodwin

Australian politician and parliament member

Vanessa Goodwin - Australian politician and parliament member
Born

1969
56 years ago

Died

March 3rd, 2018
7 years ago — 49 years old

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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