Ted Harding

Ernest William "Ted" Harding (12 June 1921 – 3 February 2004) was an Australian politician and rugby league footballer. Born in Bowen, Queensland, he was educated at Townsville Grammar School before serving in the military 1942–44. On his return he became a furniture retailer.

Ted Harding
Member of the Australian Parliament for Herbert
In office 9 December 1961 – 26 November 1966
Preceded by	John Murray
Succeeded by	Robert Bonnett
Personal details
Born	(1921-06-12)12 June 1921 Bowen, Queensland
Died	3 February 2004(2004-02-03) (aged 82)
Nationality	Australian
Political party	Australian Labor Party
Education	Townsville Grammar School
Occupation	Furniture retailer
Profession	Developer
Rugby league career
Playing information
Position	Halfback
Club Years Team Pld T G FG P 1953 Manly 1 0 0 0 0

In 1961, Harding was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for Herbert, defeating Liberal MP John Murray. He held the seat until his defeat in 1966, after which he became a company director. Harding died in 2004.^[1]