Farmer McBride Fights Assault Charges in SA Election

0:00This is Corey, here with your quick two-minute update from Sydney News Today. Independent MP, Nick McBride, is campaigning for a third term in South Australia's McKillip seat despite facing assault charges. The wealthy farmer was arrested on December 27 last year for allegedly assaulting his wife, acclaim he strongly denies. He spent 10 days in jail over new years before release on home detention bail, now wearing an ankle monitor that tracks his movements across the vast electorate. His campaign faces hurdles, with travel plans approved in one to two-week blocks by his case manager. McBride admits the charges have hurt his efforts but insist on his innocence until proven guilty. He quit the Liberal Party in July 2023 after breaking ranks on COVID restrictions, earning loyalty from many rural voters who remember. His support during tough border closures. Locals show strong backing from McBride, who won 62.3% of the primary vote in 2022,

1:00the highest in the state. At community events, supporters praise his work, with one farmer saying he put his head on the block for them, still, the allegations spark concern, echoing a nearby case where voters re-elected MP Troy Bell before his conviction on theft charges. The Liberals are mounting a real challenge with candidate Rebecca Rosser, a former Cricket Australia manager, now running a bed in breakfast. She's campaigning hard with over 100 volunteers, and local leaders call it a tight race. Labor has pulled back from McBride since his arrest, drying up casual talks despite his cross-binge value. Voters in McKillip prioritize local issues like health care access and farming needs, weighing McBride's community record against the ongoing case. With the state election nearing, many say it's tough to separate his personal troubles from a strong representation. D&N is sponsored by our partner. Check out the episode description. No need to switch positions. The sound is already where your head is.

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