She once backed Liberal leader John Pesutto. Now, Shima Ibuki plans to take his seat
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-04-23 05:00 UTC+10:00
Section: Politics / Victoria
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Australia, Economy & Finance, Elections, Business & Economy
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A resurgent teal movement will again target one of Melbourne’s most marginal electorates at this year’s state election, with a one-time financial backer of former Liberal leader John Pesutto to challenge him in the seat of Hawthorn.
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