Queensland’s Chief Health Officer Resigns Two Weeks Into New Government

He tendered his resignation in October, when the Labor government was in caretaker mode.

Queensland's newly appointed Chief Health Officer Dr. John Gerrard speaks during a press conference in Brisbane, Australia, on Dec. 13, 2021. Dan Peled/Getty Images

The newly elected Queensland government will be looking for a replacement chief health officer after the surprise exit of Dr. John Gerrard.

On Nov. 8, Gerrard announced he would be stepping down from Dec. 12, with his contract was up for renewal.