LNP Strengthens Majority, Labor Faces Regional Struggles
Update: 2025-11-30
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The recent byelection in Hinchinbrook, Queensland, dealt a significant blow to the Labor Party, as the Liberal National Party secured the seat with a substantial swing. This victory further strengthens the LNPs parliamentary majority and underscores Labors challenges in connecting with regional voters. Labors primary vote dropped to just over eight percent, a nearly six percent swing against them, highlighting their difficulty in attracting support in areas like the northern fringe of Townsville and the surrounding conservative rural regions. This outcome is seen as a devastating reminder of their struggles, even as Labor insiders emphasize the need to re-engage regional voters at their state conference. Opposition Leader Steven Miles attempts to downplay the result, but acknowledges the partys need to develop policies that work for all parts of Queensland.
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