Joh

See also: joh and Joh.

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Joh

1. diminutive of Johannes — notably used in reference to:
   1. (Australian politics) Sir Johannes “Joh” Bjelke-Petersen (1911–2005), Premier of Queensland 1968–1987.
      • 2005 April 25th, Sydney Morning Herald:

        How Joh inspired a generation.

      • 2006 December 29th, The Australian:

        Nationals shake off Joh era.

      • 2012 January 3rd, The Australian:

        Abolishing compulsory voting would take Queensland back to Joh era, says Wayne Swan.