Education
Born in Bowen, Queensland, he was educated at Townsville Grammar School before serving in the military 1942-1944.
Born in Bowen, Queensland, he was educated at Townsville Grammar School before serving in the military 1942-1944.
On his return he became a furniture retailer. In 1961, Harding was elected to the Australian House of Representatives as the Labor member for Herbert, defeating Liberal Member of Parliament John Murray. He held the seat until his defeat in 1966, after which he became a company director
Harding died in 2004.