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References
- ↑ "Parliament of Tasmania - Bec Thomas". Parliament of Tasmania . 2024. Retrieved 14 May 2024.
- ↑ "Results declared in 2024 Legislative Council Elections". Tasmanian Electoral Commission . 2023. Retrieved 7 May 2024.
- ↑ "Elected Members". www.gcc.tas.gov.au. Retrieved 7 May 2024.
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