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Farrer Byelection: Outsiders Challenge Old Guard
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In Australias Farrer electorate, a byelection on May ninth is stirring up the political landscape. One Nations David Farley and independent Michelle Milthorpe are leading the race, with major parties trailing behind. The rural New South Wales seat, traditionally Coalition territory since 1949, is now up for grabs due to voter frustration over skyrocketing costs and water buybacks. Farley and Milthorpe are neck-and-neck, with Farley focusing on anti-immigration and renewable energy, while Milthorpe advocates for a royal commission on water management. This race could indicate a shift in how rural Australia votes, with outsiders potentially ousting the old guard.
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