Farrer byelection LIVE updates: One Nation aims to snatch Sussan Ley’s old seat in NSW Riverina region

09 May 2026, 06:00 by Nick Newling · WAtoday

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Who are the candidates?

By Nick Newling

Vying for the national spotlight and the chance to represent Farrer until the 2028 election are 12 candidates. However, just four have a realistic shot of claiming the seat.

The two main contenders are One Nation’s David Farley, an agribusinessman and irrigator from Narrandera, and Michelle Milthorpe, a Climate 200 backed independent, teacher and child sexual assault advocate who came second to Sussan Ley at last year’s general election.

One Nation’s David Farley casts his vote at Albury Public School.

Independent challenger Michelle Milthorpe casting her vote in Jindera.

The Liberals and Nationals are both running candidates in today’s poll, with both Coalition partners claiming a right to the seat.