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Farrer Byelection: One Nation May Well Win Sussan Ley’s Seat – that Would Be Terrible for All of Us
Independent Michelle Milthorpe and One Nation are leading contenders for Farrer, with One Nation polling strongly amid voter disillusionment with major parties, nominations close April 14.
- On Thursday, March 5, 2026, the House of Representatives announced the Farrer byelection timetable, with nominations closing April 13 and declaration on April 14 for a May 9 poll.
- Redbridge polling shows One Nation ahead of the Liberals and close to Labor's vote, while senior Labor figures argue running a candidate highlights risks, though Labor will likely not contest.
- Michelle Milthorpe's local performance shows she polled 20 per cent last May and won every booth in Albury, while Redbridge found One Nation support stems from party dislike and immigration concerns.
- Commentators warned a One Nation victory would be 'much, much worse' for the country and urged the Liberals to preference One Nation last to avoid signalling acceptance.
- The May 12 budget presents a key chance to revive the economy, while Easter, Anzac Day and school holidays complicate Milton Dick's date choice.
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The AgeFarrer byelection: One Nation may well win Sussan Ley’s seat – that would be terrible for all of us
Smart Liberals believe the coming Farrer byelection could be a two-horse race, with neither horse wearing Liberal or National colours. That would be bad enough. What would be worse, for everyone, is if One Nation won. That too is possible.
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Milthorpe contesting Farrer seat by election I Australian Rural & Regional News
Michelle Milthorpe (centre) with her community supporters has indicated she will nominate for the Farrer byelection. Photo: Narrandera Argus Former Liberal incumbent Sussan Ley officially resigns, with Independent first to raise her hand Former Farrer MP Sussan Ley has officially resigned from parliament and a byelection and voters will head to the polls to vote on her replacement. An early announcement has come from Michelle Milthorpe who will …
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