Qld: Hamill s resignation letter

AAP General News (Australia)
12-12-2000
Qld: Hamill s resignation letter

BRISBANE, Dec 12 AAP - The resignation letter Queensland Treasurer David Hamill today
submitted to Premier Peter Beattie:



Dear Peter,

I wish to formally advise you of my decision not to contest next year's state election.

As you are aware, this decision was arrived at over a considerable period of time.

It is certainly not a reflection of my commitment to the government, nor on your leadership,
which I consider to be outstanding.

Nor is this decision in any way related to the recent events which have generated so
much publicity and which have been the subject of the current inquiry.

In short, after having had the privilege of representing Ipswich in the state parliament
since 1983, serving as a senior minister in a succession of Labor governments over the
past eleven years, and representing Queensland both at home and abroad, Pat and I have
decided that it is time for a change.

It has been very satisfying to have contributed to so many initiatives which bring
long-term benefits to the state and its people. Among the highlights I would include the
expansion of Queensland's university sector, the redevelopment of our hospitals, the rebuilding
of our railways, and the provision of substantial additional support for services to those
with disabilities. I am particularly proud that, as Treasurer, I have overseen the delivery
of an economic and fiscal framework that has enabled these reforms to occur in an environment
of strong economic growth and falling unemployment.

While I will remain State Treasurer and Member for Ipswich until the next election,
my decision necessitates a new candidate being chosen to contest my electorate. I look
forward to working with that person to ensure a Labor victory in Ipswich, and the return
of the Government for a much deserved second term in office.

With best wishes now, and for the future,



Hon. David Hamill MP

Treasurer and Member for Ipswich.



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