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| Steven Miles | |
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| Name | Steven Miles |
| Office | Deputy Premier of Queensland |
| Term start | 13 November 2020 |
| Term end | 10 May 2024 |
| Premier | Annastacia Palaszczuk |
| Predecessor | Jackie Trad |
| Successor | Brisbane City Council by-election pending |
| Birth date | 6 February 1977 |
| Birth place | Brisbane |
| Party | Australian Labor Party |
| Occupation | Physician, Politician |
| Alma mater | University of Queensland |
Steven Miles is an Australian physician and politician who served as Deputy Premier of Queensland and held ministerial portfolios in the state government. A member of the Australian Labor Party, he represented the electorate of Murrumba in the Parliament of Queensland. Miles combined a background in public health and clinical medicine with a focus on environmental policy, health systems, and social services during his parliamentary career.
Born in Brisbane in 1977, Miles grew up in Queensland and completed secondary schooling in the region before undertaking tertiary study at the University of Queensland. At the University of Queensland he studied medicine and later trained in public health, earning qualifications that included clinical medical training and postgraduate public health studies. During his student years he had connections with student organisations and community health services in Brisbane and engaged with regional public health initiatives across Queensland and neighbouring states.
After completing medical degrees at the University of Queensland, Miles worked as a physician in clinical settings including hospital wards and community clinics. He undertook roles in public health practice that brought him into contact with agencies such as Queensland Health and community health centres in metropolitan and regional centres. His clinical experience encompassed emergency care and preventative medicine, and he participated in collaborations with academic institutions such as the University of Queensland and health research bodies. Miles’ medical career informed his interest in health policy, patient safety, and workforce planning in settings including public hospitals and primary care networks.
Miles entered politics as a member of the Australian Labor Party, contesting state elections and gaining preselection for the seat of Murrumba. He was elected to the Parliament of Queensland and served on parliamentary committees and in shadow ministries, engaging with issues overseen by portfolio holders such as the Treasurer of Queensland, the Minister for Health (Queensland), and the Minister for Environment and Science (Queensland). Within the party he worked alongside colleagues including Annastacia Palaszczuk, Jackie Trad, and other senior Labor figures. Miles’ ascent in the party saw him take on responsibilities in opposition and then in government following Labor victories in state elections, participating in caucus deliberations and legislative processes in the Parliament of Queensland.
Appointed Deputy Premier in a Palaszczuk Ministry reshuffle, Miles served in the role alongside Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and held additional ministerial portfolios that connected to health, environment, and climate policy. As Deputy Premier he worked with cabinet ministers such as the Treasurer of Queensland and ministers responsible for statewide services and infrastructure. His tenure included representation of Queensland at intergovernmental forums involving the Council of Australian Governments and engagement with federal counterparts including the Prime Minister of Australia and federal ministers on matters spanning health funding, disaster response, and environmental management. Miles’ responsibilities saw him coordinate responses to public health challenges and collaborate with local governments including the Brisbane City Council and regional councils across Queensland.
Miles advocated for public health measures, environmental protection, and action on climate-related risks. He promoted initiatives linking health outcomes to environmental policy, working with agencies such as Queensland Health, state-based research institutes, and community health organisations. On climate and environment portfolios he supported measures to address coastal management, biodiversity protection, and renewable energy investment, coordinating with state bodies and infrastructure agencies. In health policy he emphasised hospital capacity, mental health services, and preventive programs, liaising with national bodies including the Australian Medical Association and health research networks. He engaged in disaster preparedness and recovery planning following events such as severe storms and floods that impacted Queensland communities, working with emergency services agencies and state emergency management structures.
Miles has been active in community organisations and professional associations connected to medicine and public policy. His professional affiliations have included medical colleges and public health networks linked to the University of Queensland and statewide health services. Throughout his career he received recognition within political and health circles for contributions to public health policy and state leadership. Miles resides in Queensland and has participated in civic and community initiatives across Brisbane and suburban electorates, maintaining involvement with local organisations and constituency activities.
Category:1977 births Category:Living people Category:Members of the Queensland Legislative Assembly Category:Australian Labor Party politicians Category:Australian physicians