NT Election Results Reflect Major Shift as Country Liberal Party Emerges Victorious
Significant Developments in NT Election Results
The Country Liberal Party (CLP) will form government in the Northern Territory, with a massive swing against the incumbent Labor party. ABC election analyst Antony Green noted, "It looks like a substantial defeat and it looks like the CLP will win with a majority and may be a substantial majority." Former chief minister and Labor MP Natasha Fyles acknowledged the disappointing news, expressing readiness for the outcome.
Election Day Insights
With 6.6% of the vote counted, the CLP saw a 13.8% swing on a two-party preferred basis. In the seat of Fannie Bay, the Greens candidate, Suki Dorris Walker, appeared to lead the CLP in early voting.
- More than 85,000 Territorians cast their vote before Saturday
- Chief Minister Eva Lawler expressed concern about her marginal seat
Lawler suggested changes in voting behavior, stating, "It’s been fairly steady, but quieter than I actually thought..." AAP also captured sentiments of voters worried about rising property theft.
Key Issues and Voter Turnout
- Environment
- Crime
- Cost of living
A lower participation rate was noted in this election, dipping from 75% in 2020 to 65%. NT Electoral Commissioner Kirsten Kelly reported, "So there's a lesser number, but we have more people on the electoral roll."
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