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How long did Bjelke-Petersen hold office as the premier of Queensland?

10 years
5 years
19 years
30 years

Answer

Joh Bjelke-Petersen was the premier of Queensland for 19 years from 1968 to 1987. He was a conservative politician who was known for his authoritarian style of government. He was also accused of corruption and nepotism. His time in office was marked by a number of controversies, including the Fitzgerald Inquiry into police corruption.