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Tony Abbott’s budgie smugglers sell for $700 at Young Libs gala

Former prime minister Tony Abbott’s swimwear sold for $700 at the Young Liberal Annual Ball auction, part of FedCon Melbourne 2026, with proceeds supporting party activities.

Summary by Sydney Morning Herald
Up for auction at a recent Young Libs event were a pair of the former PM’s famous swimwear and Scott Morrison’s book.

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The AgeThe Age
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Inside the gala where Young Libs scrambled for a piece of party legacy (and Tony’s budgie smugglers)

Former prime minister Tony Abbott was stunned by the price his old Speedos commanded.

·Australia
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Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
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Tony Abbott’s budgie smugglers sell for $700 at Young Libs gala

Up for auction at a recent Young Libs event were a pair of the former PM’s famous swimwear and Scott Morrison’s book.

·Sydney, Australia
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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in Sydney, Australia on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
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