The big National Party news for this part of the world is that Sophie Wade has been preselected as the Nationals’ candidate to contest the seat of Eden-Monaro in the forthcoming federal election.
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This is the first time in almost 30 years that the party has contested the federal seat in its own right.
A small-business owner, founder and convenor of the Barton Highway Community Action group, and mother of three, Mrs Wade says she is ready for a fight at the next federal election.
“The people of Eden-Monaro need someone who’ll fight for them and make sure we get our fair share, that’s why I decided to stand for preselection,” Mrs Wade says.
“We need a balanced perspective, not political correctness gone mad with a battle of extremes that’s disconnected from the people. Country communities want fair, practical solutions.”
Having lived in the Yass Valley for more than a decade, Mrs Wade believes she knows the issues facing families and businesses in the electorate and that she has the vision to provide more opportunities for success.
More news on Sophie’s campaign in the coming months.
In the meantime, the local National Party wishes all readers a happy and safe holiday season and all the very best for 2019!
