A Queensland member of parliament has died, according to the latest Australia news live coverage.
The member for Stafford, Jimmy Sullivan, had served as a Labor representative for the electorate since 2020. He was expelled from the Labor party last May and then sat on the crossbench.
The live blog, which is following major national and international developments, also notes remarks from Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles about the flow of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. Marles said the current movement of ships through the strait was “not what we want”.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical shipping route, and any disruption to traffic there has wider implications for trade and energy markets. Marles’ comments come against the backdrop of ongoing concern about regional tensions and their potential impact on fuel prices and supply chains.
The Guardian’s live coverage is also tracking reactions in Australian politics, including responses from the government and opposition, as well as developments connected to Anthony Albanese’s visit to Singapore. The live blog is following how those issues are being discussed across the country.
Sullivan’s death marks a significant development in Queensland politics. He had represented Stafford since 2020, first as a Labor member and later as an independent on the crossbench after his expulsion from the party last year.
Further details were not included in the source update.
This is a developing story and more information may follow as the live blog continues.
