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12 August 2026

Chris Penk says he will not seek re-election after losing ministerial portfolios

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Chris Penk says he will not seek re-election after losing ministerial portfolios

Chris Penk has decided not to seek re-election in November, hours after the prime minister stripped him of his portfolios for his role in a leadership challenge.

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