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10 May 2024
Long serving Benambra MP to step down due to cancer

LIBERAL MP for Benambra for almost 20 years says an ongoing cancer battle had forced his decision to step down at the next election.

Mr Tilley was diagnosed with leukemia late last year.

He continues to be treated for the cancer that, whilst incurable, can be managed with specialist medical care.

Mr Tilley plans to return to the office from May.

“We’ll have to manage the diary, but it will be la...

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