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4mo ago

Tim Wilson reclaims Goldstein by 175 votes after recount

The narrow margin marks the coalition’s sole gain in this razor-thin election, leaving Goldstein highly marginal.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 06: Supporters of Zoe Daniel MP cheer at Kingston City Hall on April 06, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. Zoe Daniel, the independent MP for Goldstein, is part of the "Teal Independents," a group of centrist candidates advocating for stronger climate action, political integrity, and gender equality. As the first woman to represent Goldstein, her victory in 2022 marked a significant shift from its Liberal Party roots, showcasing the growing influence of community-backed independents. With the upcoming federal elections, her role highlights the potential for further disruption in traditionally safe seats as voters increasingly prioritize grassroots representation, with support for both major parties beginning to erode in recent years. (Photo by Asanka Ratnayake/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Tim Wilson regained the seat of Goldstein in Melbourne’s bayside by a 175-vote margin, making him the coalition’s only net gain in this election.
  • The Australian Electoral Commission reduced his lead from an initial 260 votes after correcting data-entry errors and resolving challenged ballots.
  • The partial recount, requested by outgoing teal MP Zoe Daniel, reviewed about 85,000 votes, representing 75 percent of ballots cast.
  • Zoe Daniel conceded defeat, praised her campaign’s integrity and signaled a potential rematch in 2028.
  • A recount is still underway in the Sydney seat of Bradfield where Liberal Gisele Kapterian holds a slim lead over independent Nicolette Boele.