Bruce Davidson | |
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Member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly for Noosa | |
In office 19 September 1992 –17 February 2001 | |
Preceded by | New seat |
Succeeded by | Cate Molloy |
Personal details | |
Born | Bruce William Davidson 15 March 1951 Leeton, New South Wales, Australia |
Nationality | Australian |
Political party | Liberal Party |
Occupation | Restaurateur, Retailer |
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