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
Nationality	Australian
Political party	Liberal Party
Spouse(s)	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

1. "Former Members". Parliament of Queensland. 2015. Retrieved 11 February 2015.
2. Waterson, D.B. (1993). Biographical Register of the Queensland Parliament, 1981–1992. Casket Publications. pp. 5–6.