Australia news live: Ley urges Liberals to accept Farrer loss to One Nation with ‘humility’, saying ‘voters never get it wrong’
Former Liberal leader Sussan Ley has urged her party to accept their loss in the Farrer by-election to One Nation with humility, stating that "voters never get it wrong." This comes after Ley resigned her seat following her removal as opposition leader. Shadow Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Dan Tehan, speaking on behalf of the Coalition, emphasized a commitment to clarity on migration policies.

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AI-generatedFormer Liberal leader Sussan Ley has urged her party to accept their loss in the Farrer by-election to One Nation with humility, stating that "voters never get it wrong." This comes after Ley resigned her seat following her removal as opposition leader. Shadow Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Dan Tehan, speaking on behalf of the Coalition, emphasized a commitment to clarity on migration policies. He indicated the party will focus on family, community, small business, and self-starters, addressing voter concerns about successful integration and contribution from new Australians. Tehan suggested this approach aims to resonate with voters seeking change and representation for their future.
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4 extractedWilson promises Coalition will be ‘very clear’ on migration and what they are for in the coming weeks.
Ley urges Liberals to accept Farrer loss to One Nation with ‘humility’, saying ‘voters never get it wrong’.
Australians are nervous about migration because they feel people are getting benefits without making a contribution.
People want someone who is going to fight for them and their future.