BREAKING: After weathering a storm of bullying allegations, Labor MP Jim Madden has announced he will retire from politics, telling parliament the decision was made after consideration of his physical and mental health.
After weathering a storm of bullying allegations, Labor MP Jim Madden has announced he will retire from politics, telling parliament the decision was made after consideration of his physical and mental health.
“However, some time ago, I made the decision I will not be renominating for preselection as the Australian Labor Party candidate for Ipswich West for the election in 2024.
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