The countdown is on for the 2025 Federal Election, and Groom voters are set to make their voices heard. With six candidates already in the race, the Toowoomba region is gearing up for a competitive contest. Here’s who’s standing and what you need to know before 3 May.
So far, the following candidates have nominated for the Groom electorate:
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Garth Hamilton – Liberal National Party (current member)
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Rebecca Konz – One Nation Party
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Richard Edwards – Labor Party
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Alexandra Todd – Family First Party
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Alyce Nelligan – The Greens
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Suzie Holt – Independent
Candidates have until midday on Thursday, 10 April to officially nominate, so more names may still be added.
Voting for Groom will use compulsory preferential voting. Voters must number every box on the ballot paper in order of preference, beginning with ‘1’ beside their top choice.
Key dates to remember:
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Monday, 7 April (by 8pm) – Deadline for voter enrolment
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Thursday, 10 April (12 noon) – Nominations close
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Friday, 11 April (midday) – Formal declaration of candidates
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Tuesday, 22 April – Early voting begins
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Wednesday, 30 April (by 6pm) – Postal vote applications close
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Saturday, 3 May – Election Day
In addition to voting for the House of Representatives, Queenslanders will also help elect six new Senators in the half-Senate election.
Discover which candidates are running in your local area: HERE
Stay tuned as we continue to update you on any new candidates entering the race.