Steve Minnikin
Steven James Minnikin (born 9 July 1965) is an Australian Liberal National politician who is the member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland for Chatsworth, having defeated Steve Kilburn at the 2012 state election.[1] He was appointed Assistant Minister for Public Transport on 3 April 2012.[2]
Steve Minnikin | |
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| Member of the Queensland Parliament for Chatsworth | |
| Assumed office 24 March 2012 | |
| Preceded by | Steve Kilburn |
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| Born | Steven James Minnikin 9 July 1965 Brisbane, Queensland |
| Political party | Liberal National Party |
| Occupation | National Development Manager |
After the 2015 Queensland state election, he was appointed Opposition Deputy Whip. He held that role until 22 February 2016 when, following his involvement in a failed party leadership coup, he was replaced by Ros Bates.[3] In the lead up to the 2017 state election he was appointed Shadow Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multicultural Affairs, serving in the role until the 14th December 2017. Since then he has served as the Shadow Minister for Transport and Main Roads.
References
- "Chatsworth - Queensland Votes 2012 - ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)". Archived from the original on 26 March 2012. Retrieved 25 March 2012.
- "Premier announces new Ministry". Department of Premier and Cabinet. 30 March 2012. Archived from the original on 19 April 2012. Retrieved 30 March 2012.
- Wardill, Steven; Vogler, Sarah (23 February 2016). "LNP punts chief coup plotter". The Courier-Mail. Archived from the original on 28 January 2021. Retrieved 23 February 2016.
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| Preceded by Steve Kilburn |
Member for Chatsworth 2012–present |
Incumbent |