Monique Ryan dismisses Kooyong comeback bid from Frydenberg over campaign claims
Josh Frydenberg signals a possible comeback bid for Kooyong. He alleges toxic campaign tactics by Ryan's supporters in their 2022 contest.
Josh Frydenberg has launched a new book. The book hints at a comeback attempt for Kooyong, a Melbourne seat he lost to independent Monique Ryan in 2022.
Frydenberg claims Ryan's supporters ran a toxic campaign despite pledging kinder politics. Frydenberg cited hundreds of defaced campaign signs and bullied staff at polling stations.
He cited posters branding him a traitor. He did not identify who was responsible.
Ryan said Friday that Frydenberg was focusing on past events rather than current community issues. She stated her focus remained on serving Kooyong constituents.
Liberal frontbenchers have backed Frydenberg for a possible rematch. The federal election is due before mid-2028.
Election analyst Antony Green said the Liberals need to increase their primary vote from 43 per cent to win back the seat.
- Kooyong, 2022
- Lost seat
- Affluent inner-Melbourne
- Seat type
- Monique Ryan, independent
- Current MP
- Liberal treasurer
- Frydenberg's past role
Why it mattersThe clash suggests another fierce campaign in an affluent inner-city seat. Major parties and independents prepare for the next election.
AustraliaKooyong is a key Victorian federal seat, and any Frydenberg comeback attempt would reshape the political landscape in affluent inner Melbourne.
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