Prime Minister calls May 3 federal election as local candidates make their pitch to voters
By Kirra Livingstone
PRIME Minister Anthony Albanese has called the federal election for May 3, with four candidates confirmed for the Fisher electorate.
Sitting MP Andrew Wallace will contest the seat again for the Liberal National Party (LNP), while Keryn Jones will stand as an independent and Renay Wells will represent the Greens. Morrison Lakey is the confirmed Labor candidate for the electorate.
It will be Mr Wallace’s fourth campaign, which he says will be built of four key pillars: building better roads and rail by investing in infrastructure to improve connectivity; backing small business and local manufacturers to support the backbone of our economy by fostering growth and innovation; protecting Australians and securing their future through robust policies and initiatives that ensure the safety and security of our communities; and boosting health services and outcomes, with a special focus on enhancing mental health services for our youth.
“Fisher deserves a representative who will fight for their needs and ensure a brighter future for all,” he said.
Ms Jones, a former local business owner, community advocate and councillor, is running on a platform focused on cost-of-living pressures, housing affordability and sustainable planning.
“I’ve spent months listening to locals who feel unheard, and together we’re building a campaign powered by people who want better for our community,” she said.
“Over the coming weeks, I’ll be out there every day—at markets, forums, train stations and footpaths—talking with people about what matters and how we can make real progress together.
“This campaign is about all of us.”
Ms Wells launched her campaign alongside Greens senator Larissa Waters on Monday, March 3.
Ms Wells said her campaign would focus on economic fairness and environmental action.
“Living in Golden Beach, I see firsthand the challenges our community faces, including skyrocketing rents, rising grocery bills, and a climate crisis that gets worse every day,” she said.
“I will be campaigning to stop price gouging at the supermarket, push for rent caps and cheaper mortgages for those in housing stress, and take real action on climate change by investing in clean energy and protecting our natural environment.”
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