Vanessa Goodwin

Australian politician and parliament member

Vanessa Goodwin - Leaders & Politicians born 1969
Born

1969
57 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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