Pakenham candidate discloses speed and ecstasy use in his 20s

Warren Pickering acknowledged using speed, ecstasy and marijuana as a young man before joining the ADF.

Why it mattersCandidates' personal histories shape voter trust, especially weeks before an election when voters decide who to support.

AustraliaPickering is seeking a Victorian state parliament seat in the November election, making his background directly relevant to local voters in Pakenham.

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