‘Up to the AFP to test that’: Crisafulli backs benched Olympics Minister
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has expressed support for Olympics Minister Tim Mander, who has stepped down amid an investigation by the Australian Federal Police. Mander was referred to the police by the Australian Electoral Commission due to concerns about his voting enrolment. Crisafulli stated that the matter is now in the hands of the AFP, and he will make decisions based on their findings.
- ▪Tim Mander has stood down from his duties as Olympics Minister following a referral to the AFP.
- ▪The Australian Electoral Commission referred Mander due to an absence of compelling evidence regarding his voting enrolment.
- ▪Crisafulli has not ruled out a broader cabinet reshuffle but is awaiting the outcome of the AFP investigation.
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