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Don't need Liberals 'budgie-smuggling' Tony Abbott in: will former PM challenge Pat Conroy?

Local Liberals prefer Emma King as Tony Abbott weighs a comeback bid for Shortland, where Pat Conroy won a 5.5% swing last year.

Summary by Newcastle Herald
Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott reportedly eyeing Shortland, but local Liberals believe Emma King is a better long-term prospect for the seat.

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Don't need Liberals 'budgie-smuggling' Tony Abbott in: will former PM challenge Pat Conroy?

Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott reportedly eyeing Shortland, but local Liberals believe Emma King is a better long-term prospect for the seat.

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Newcastle Herald broke the news in Newcastle, Australia on Thursday, June 4, 2026.
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