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Liberals secure Nepean byelection victory, but face challenges ahead

In the Nepean byelection in Victoria, Liberal candidate Anthony Marsh emerged victorious with nearly 80% of votes counted, securing 38.5% of the primary vote and 63.4% in a head-to-head matchup. Despite early leads flipping, Marsh expressed excitement to represent Nepean and fight for locals ahead of the November state election. However, Labor sat out, and Liberals experienced a nearly 10% swing against them on primaries. One Nations surge, echoing national polls, poses potential trouble for Liberals, particularly in Nepeans diverse areas with concerns about public transport and infrastructure.

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