SA Liberals dump candidate who said homosexuality ‘opens up demonic realms’ after initially standing by him

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Daisy DumasMarch 12, 2026 at 08:23 AM

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Carston Woodhouse, a Liberal candidate in South Australia's upcoming state election, has been dropped by the party after his controversial views on social issues came to light. The views, expressed on the ElijahFire podcast, included statements about homosexuality opening "demonic realms," as well as opinions on abortion, same-sex marriage, gender transitioning, and feminism. Initially, SA Liberal leader Ashton Hurn defended Woodhouse, stating that people are entitled to their views. However, Hurn later confirmed that Woodhouse would no longer run for the seat of Wright in Adelaide's north as a Liberal candidate. The decision came after Woodhouse's views were publicized by his Labor rival.

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ElijahFire 40% Wright 50% Adelaide 50% Labor 60% South Australia ×270% Liberals ×280% Ashton Hurn ×290% Carston Woodhouse ×290%

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