Olympics Minister referred to federal police over voter enrolment saga
Queensland's Olympics Minister Tim Mander has been referred to the federal police over allegations of false voter enrolment. The Australian Electoral Commission found insufficient evidence to support Mander's claim of residing at a staffer's home. This referral comes amid scrutiny of Mander's personal life following his separation from his wife.
- ▪Tim Mander is accused of falsely enrolling to vote at a staffer's address.
- ▪The Australian Electoral Commission stated there is an absence of compelling evidence regarding Mander's residency at the enrolled address.
- ▪The matter has been referred to the Australian Federal Police for further investigation.
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