Deputy Supervisor of Elections steps down for medical reasons

The Deputy Supervisor of Elections, Craig Rickards has returned to Australia for urgent medical attention.

Supervisor of Elections, Mohammed Saneem says it is unfortunate that Rickards fell ill while he was here and is currently receiving medical treatment in Australia.

Saneem says Rickards has advised that such treatment will need to take place for the next couple of months and as such, he has regretfully indicated that he is unable to continue as Deputy Supervisor for the 2022 General Election.

On behalf of the FEO, Saneem has thanked him for his passionate service and wished him the fullest recovery.