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Minister for Defence Christopher Pyne speaks to media outside the Sky News studios in Adelaide on Friday. Source: AAP

Two federal ministers have announced their retirement ahead of the next election. Liberal M-P's Christopher Pyne and Steve Ciobo add to a growing list of ministers who won't re-contest their seats. Mr Pyne will retain his cabinet position until the election, while West Australian Senator Linda Reynolds will take on the role of Defence Industry Minister.


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Two federal ministers have announced their retirement ahead of the next election. Liberal M-P's Christopher Pyne and Steve Ciobo add to a growing list of ministers who won't re-contest their seats. Mr Pyne will retain his cabinet position until the election, while West Australian Senator Linda Reynolds will take on the role of Defence Industry Minister.



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