Rebecca White and Anne Urquhart switch roles to strengthen Labor's bid for key Tasmanian seats.

Former Tasmanian Labor leader Rebecca White will contest the federal election in Tasmania's Lyons electorate, aiming to boost Labor's presence. Senator Anne Urquhart is stepping down from the upper house to run for the Braddon seat, seen as winnable for Labor. Despite Labor trailing in polls, Prime Minister Albanese hopes to retain majority government, with key Tasmanian seats like Bass and Lyons also targeted.

November 11, 2024
26 Articles