The Farrer by-election (Australia’s federal seat of Farrer) is scheduled for 9 May 2026, triggered by Sussan Ley’s departure from the seat. Coverage in recent months has focused on it as a potential test for the Coalition and an opportunity for One Nation and at least one independent to make gains.[1][4]
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The upcoming Farrer by-election is already being talked about as a litmus test for the new opposition leader and an ascendant One Nation. It'll also be a measure of major party politics.
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www.abc.net.auI grew up in Albury, and throughout my childhood it was one of the most politically dull places in Australia. However, this year, Albury has finally come to the forefront of the Australian political stage as Sussan Ley steps away from federal politics, leaving her seat of Farrer exposed to the surge of One Nation and independent candidates. Who will win Farrer in the upcoming by-election?
farragomagazine.comI grew up in Albury, and throughout my childhood it was one of the most politically dull places in Australia. However, this year, Albury has finally come to the forefront of the Australian political stage as Sussan Ley steps away from federal politics, leaving her seat of Farrer exposed to the surge of One Nation and independent candidates. Who will win Farrer in the upcoming by-election?
farragomagazine.comThe federal by-election for Sussan Ley's former seat of Farrer is shaping up as a four-way contest scheduled for 9 May.
7news.com.auFarrer by-election isn’t just about votes, but communities under pressure looking for leaders who can actually listen.
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