Since its creation in 1949, the NSW regional seat of Farrer has alternated between the blue of the Liberals and the green of the Nationals.
But as voters prepare to replace long-serving member Sussan Ley, they face a choice between two shades of orange.
For all her opponents’ attempts to frame her as a ‘teal’ — a label she describes as “laughable” — supporters of independent Michelle Milthorpe gathered in their customary orange on Wednesday evening.
There was a heady atmosphere at Milthorpe’s launch event in Albury, Farrer’s urban hub. Supporters were asked to introduce themselves and explain why they were backing an independent.
