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- ↑ "The new (and not so new) faces of Tasmania's incoming parliament — and who is out". ABC News. 6 April 2024. Retrieved 6 April 2024.
- ↑ "Franklin - TAS Electorate, Candidates, Results". abc.net.au. 2024-04-04. Retrieved 2024-04-05.
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