Will Hodgman

Politician, 45th Premier of Tasmania

Will Hodgman - Politician, 45th Premier of Tasmania
Born

April 20th, 1969
56 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Australia

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Served as the 45th Premier of Tasmania from 2014 to 2020. Represented the Liberal Party in the Tasmanian House of Assembly, representing the constituency of Franklin. Focused on economic development and reducing government debt during tenure. Implemented reforms in the public sector and healthcare.

Served as Premier during a period of economic reform

Led the Liberal Party to a majority government in 2014

Promoted policies for infrastructure development

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