BATHURST'S federal MP Andrew Gee says he is resigning from the National Party.
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Disagreement on key policy positions - including the Indigenous Voice to Parliament - was cited as the Member for Calare' sprimary reason for the decision.
"I was once a true believer but I'm not anymore. The National Party of today is very different to the one of my youth," Gee said in a media statement.
"I feel that I can best represent the constituents ... and our region by speaking out on issues, free from party constraints and expectations."
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William Davis
Covering local government and breaking news in Orange with the Central Western Daily. Got a story? Contact me at william.davis@austcommunitymedia.com.au
Covering local government and breaking news in Orange with the Central Western Daily. Got a story? Contact me at william.davis@austcommunitymedia.com.au
