Labor MP defends electoral registration to empty block amid rebuild
Labor MP Ali France is defending her electoral registration at a vacant block of land, claiming she is in the process of rebuilding her home. The Australian Electoral Commission is investigating a referral made by Senator James McGrath regarding her registration status. France asserts that she has complied with all electoral requirements and intends to return to the property once it is rebuilt.
- ▪Ali France has been referred to the Australian Electoral Commission over her electoral registration at a vacant block.
- ▪Senator James McGrath requested an immediate investigation into her enrolment, citing potential breaches of electoral law.
- ▪France claims she is rebuilding her home to make it more accessible and has lived at the property for five years.
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Labor MP who unseated Peter Dutton defends electoral commission referral over empty blockBy Nicholas McElroyTopic:Electoral SystemWed 27 May 2026 at 5:42pmWed 27 May 2026 at 5:42pmWed 27 May 2026 at 5:42pmAli France says she is rebuilding her home. (ABC News: Matt Roberts)In short: Ali France has been referred to the Australian Electoral Commission with claims she is registered to vote at a vacant suburban block.A spokesperson says she is rebuilding her home to make it more accessible.What's next: Senator James McGrath has requested an immediate investigation and the Australian Electoral Commission is looking into the matter.abc.net.au/news/ali-france-empty-block-electoral-allegation-james-mcgrath/106728234Link copiedShareShare articleThe federal Labor MP who unseated Peter Dutton has…
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