Teena McQueen, who recently defected to One Nation, has died after a 'short but severe' illness. 

The former Liberal Party federal vice president passed away from the medical condition on Wednesday, as confirmed by her family, sparking tributes from fellow politicans. 

Ms McQueen had been with the Liberals for four decades before switching allegiances in 2023.  

Shadow Minister for Education and Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians Julian Leeser told Daily Mail she was sad to learn of her passing. 

'She was part of the colour and movement of the Liberal party for many years,' he said. 

'I send my condolences to her family.' 

More to come.