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[Platypus]

Maranoa's a good fit, but I believe it is a constitutional requirement that he lives in the same state as his seat...

...but I can't remember if that's the US or Australian constitution

[Platypus]

Altona was in Lalor when she was first elected to the seat, though:

http://www.aec.gov.au/Elections/federal_elections/2001/files/2001/l/Lalor.pdf

[Platypus]

Just a reminder that when the election rolls around, I won't be looking for and scoring well attacks on the government (or Labor standing on their record). Try to focus on your own ideas and largely ignore the fact that Labor is in government, and particularly try to ignore the real-world policy successes and failures of the ALP.

[Platypus]

I'd encourage one member to remain without a ministry, because they'll become the Speaker after the election. So not having a ministry is a sign of faith

[Platypus]

It's true to life

The government has advantages of being in office, including the speaker. But if that's abused, it's incredibly unpopular in the community.