Gladys Berejiklian Makes Rare Political Comeback at Preselection Event
Former NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian returns to politics, supporting Gisele Kapterian in a key preselection battle for the Liberal Party
Gladys Berejiklian, Gisele Kapterian, Warren Mundine, Bradfield, Sydney, Australia
Sydney: Gladys Berejiklian, the former NSW premier, made a surprise appearance at a political event recently. She was there to support Gisele Kapterian, who’s in a tough preselection race against Warren Mundine.
Kapterian, a tech executive at Salesforce, is seen as a strong contender for the Liberal Party’s nomination in Bradfield. This seat is crucial for the upcoming federal election.
The event took place at Olea Bistro in Lindfield, where other notable figures like Joe Hockey and Nick Greiner were also present. It was a well-attended gathering, showing that people still rally around Gladys.
Since stepping back from politics after a corruption inquiry, Gladys has kept a low profile. Her last campaign appearance was during the 2023 state election, where she supported a fellow Liberal candidate.
Interestingly, she hadn’t been seen at any party events since then, making her presence at this one quite significant. A local member even remarked, “That is a first,” highlighting how much people still appreciate her.
As for the preselection, insiders believe Kapterian has a good shot at winning. They think she could secure over 50% of the votes in the first round, which would be a solid start.
Bradfield is one of the few electorates that supported the Voice referendum, making this race even more interesting. Kapterian’s experience and past lessons learned from previous elections could work in her favor.
On the other hand, Mundine’s past as a Labor national president might be a hurdle for him. Some party members are wary of candidates who switch sides, which could impact his chances.
The competition is heating up, especially with other candidates like cardiologist Michael Feneley also in the mix. The decision on who will represent the Liberals in Bradfield will be made next Saturday.
While Mundine held a well-attended event of his own, supporters are optimistic about Kapterian’s potential. It’s shaping up to be an exciting race, and everyone’s eager to see how it unfolds.