| Ted Harding | |
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| Member of the Australian Parliament for Herbert |
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| In office 9 December 1961 – 26 November 1966 |
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| Preceded by | John Murray |
| Succeeded by | Robert Bonnett |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 12 June 1921 Bowen, Queensland |
| Died | 3 February 2004 (aged 82) |
| Nationality | Australian |
| Political party | Australian Labor Party |
| Occupation | Footballer |
Ernest William "Ted" Harding (12 June 1921 – 3 February 2004) was an Australian politician and rugby league footballer. Born in Bowen, Queensland, he was educated at Townsville Grammar School before serving in the military 1942-44. On his return he became a furniture retailer and in 1953 played first grade football in the New South Wales Rugby Football League premiership with the Manly-Warringah club.
In 1961, Harding was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for Herbert, defeating Liberal MP John Murray. He held the seat until his defeat in 1966, after which he became a company director. Harding died in 2004.[1]
| Parliament of Australia | ||
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| Preceded by John Murray |
Member for Herbert 1961 – 1966 |
Succeeded by Robert Bonnett |