#9 - Hon. Jim Lloyd - The Accidental Politician

The Hon. Jim Lloyd was elected into the House of Representatives in 1996 and enjoyed a rich political career in which he served as the Government Chief Whip in the House of Representatives (2001-2004), before becoming the Minister for Local Government, Territories and Roads (2004-2007). Jim currently works as a National Support Groups Executive at the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, a role he is passionate about after his own battle with the disease, and has served the Community for over 25 years through the Rotary Foundation. 

In today’s fascinating conversation with the Hon. Jim Lloyd, we explore:

• How he became an “accidental politician”
• The power in having no fall back and a passion.
• Jim’s inspiration for taking on the Kokoda Trail in his 60s
• How Jim’s own battle with Cancer led to his role as an Executive at the Prostate Cancer Foundation and more…

Want to learn more about the Prostate Cancer Foundation, being involved in your Local Rotary Group or grab your own copy of “Being Jimmy Baxter”, the book Jim discussed in today’s episode?

Websites: 

https://www.fionalloyd.com.au/books.html
https://www.rotary.org/en
https://www.pcfa.org.au/ 

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