Byelection in the south Sydney seat expected to be won by Liberal candidate Simon Kennedy as AEC warns voter turnout could be low
The byelection in the seat of Cook, which comes after Morrison announced his resignation from politics in January, is almost certain to be won by the Liberal candidate Simon Kennedy.
Kennedy, a management consultant and former partner at McKinsey, was preselected for the seat in March despite speculation that the party might preselect a woman for the seat – something Morrison said he hoped might happen.Kennedy contested the seat of Bennelong, John Howard’s former electorate, in the 2022 election, losing to Labor.
Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundup While byelections are often seen as a gauge of general political feeling and the chance for a protest vote against an incumbent government, Saturday’s results are unlikely to tell us much, says Bonham, given Labor have not fielded a candidate.Our Australian morning briefing breaks down the key stories of the day, telling you what’s happening and why it mattersWithout a Labor candidate, voter turnout is also expected to drop, which has raised concerns at the Australian Electoral Commission.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Scott Morrison farewells Cook, backs Simon Kennedy as successorLabor decided not to run in Saturday’s byelection, so the Liberal candidate faces five minor party and independent opponents and is expected to win the prized southern Sydney seat.
Read more »
Scott Morrison farewells Cook, backs Simon Kennedy as successorLabor decided against running in today’s byelection, so the Liberal candidate faces five minor party or independent opponents and is expected to win the prized southern Sydney seat.
Read more »
Scott Morrison farewells Cook, backs Simon Kennedy as successorLabor decided against running in today’s byelection, so the Liberal candidate faces five minor party or independent opponents and is expected to win the prized southern Sydney seat.
Read more »
Fans shocked by Scott Morrison announcement during Cronulla Sharks’ big win over Canterbury7NEWS brings you the latest local news from Australia and around the world. Stay up to date with all of the breaking sport, politics, entertainment, finance, weather and business headlines. Today's news, live updates & all the latest breaking stories from 7NEWS.
Read more »
Scott Morrison Relinquishes Top Supporter Status at Cronulla SharksFormer prime minister Scott Morrison has given up his position as the number one ticket holder at NRL side Cronulla Sharks. He announced his decision on social media, stating that it was time to pass on the title after retiring from politics. Morrison expressed his gratitude for the honor and assured that he would continue to be a passionate supporter of the Sharks.
Read more »
Low voter turnout feared in by-election to replace Scott Morrison this weekendThe vote to decide who takes former prime minister Scott Morrison&x27;s southern Sydney seat will be held on Saturday, but the AEC is worried about low turnout.
Read more »