The Australian Electoral Commission has referred Queensland Olympics Minister Tim Mander to the Australian Federal Police over his electoral enrolment status. The AEC confirmed the referral on Thursday, stating there is an absence of compelling evidence to determine if Mr Mander resided at the enrolled address.
In April, it was revealed that Mr Mander had enrolled to vote at the address of a staff member. At the time, he said he updated his details with the Electoral Commission Queensland whenever his circumstances changed. The AEC had sought information from Mr Mander, including an opportunity to provide supporting evidence for his enrolment claim.
An AFP spokesperson confirmed receipt of the report on May 19, stating an update would be provided at an appropriate time. Earlier this month, Mr Mander said he was going through the process with the AEC and insisted an Arana Hills address was his principal place of residence from early January to the end of March.
Mr Mander, who has been in state parliament since 2012 representing the electorate of Everton, addressed parliament in April, stating he had written to the ECQ to affirm he followed the appropriate process. He cited a marriage separation over a year ago and said he updated his details when his circumstances changed.
Deputy opposition leader Cameron Dick has called for Mr Mander to be stood down, saying members of parliament have a duty to be honest about where they live and are enrolled to vote. The ABC has contacted Premier David Crisafulli's office for a response from Mr Mander.
