Bob King (Queensland politician)
Robert George "Bob" King (born 13 December 1938) is a politician in Queensland, Australia. He was a Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly.
Bob King | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly for Nicklin | |
| In office 2 December 1989 – 22 November 1990 | |
| Preceded by | Brian Austin |
| Succeeded by | Neil Turner |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Robert George King 13 December 1938 Ayr, Queensland, Australia |
| Political party | Liberal Party |
| Spouse | Helene |
| Occupation | Farmer, police officer |
Early life
Bob King was born in Ayr, the son of John Leslie King, a radio dealer, and Thelma Annie. He attended Mackay state school and became a school teacher, then a primary producer with International Finance and Automotive Management.
Politics
From 1985 he was deputy chairman of Maroochy Shire Council.[1]
Originally a member of the National Party, he joined the Liberal Party and at the 1989 election was narrowly elected to the Queensland Legislative Assembly as the member for Nicklin. Following a challenge by the defeated National candidate, Neil Turner, a recount was held, which Turner won; King thus ceased to be a member on 22 November 1990. He unsuccessfully contested the seat again in the 1992 election.[1][2]
References
- "Former Members". Parliament of Queensland. 2015. Retrieved 11 February 2015.
- Waterson, D.B. (1993). Biographical Register of the Queensland Parliament, 1981–1992. Casket Publications. pp. 5–6.