About Mehmet Tillem
Lived 1974 – 2019 (aged 45). Mehmet Tillem was an Australian and Turkish politician, research manager and political staffer.
Mehmet Tillem (10 September 1974 – 9 November 2019) was an Australian politician who served as Senator for Victoria from August 2013 until June 2014 as a member of the Australian Labor Party.
Tillem filled a casual vacancy caused by the resignation of Senator David Feeney, but was defeated at the 2013 federal election, and left parliament at the conclusion of his term. He was the first Turkish-born member of the Australian parliament.
Tillem died on 9 November 2019 from cardiac arrest. He was 45.
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Who was Mehmet Tillem?
Turkish researcher
When was Mehmet Tillem born?
Mehmet Tillem was born on 10 September 1974 in Tavas district.
When did Mehmet Tillem die?
Mehmet Tillem died on 9 November 2019 in Parkville.
What was Mehmet Tillem's occupation?
Mehmet Tillem was a politician, research manager and political staffer.
What nationality was Mehmet Tillem?
Mehmet Tillem was Australian and Turkish.
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