Ageism, sexism to blame for preselection decision: Eric Abetz

Rob Inglis
Updated May 11 2021 - 7:19pm, first published 7:15pm
Senator Eric Abetz says ageism and sexism played a role in his relegation to the third spot on the Tasmanian Liberals' Senate ticket.
Senator Eric Abetz says ageism and sexism played a role in his relegation to the third spot on the Tasmanian Liberals' Senate ticket.

Tasmanian Liberal senator Eric Abetz says he was the victim of a smear campaign in the lead-up to a crucial preselection vote, which saw him relegated to the last spot on his party's Senate ticket.

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Rob Inglis

Rob Inglis

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Rob Inglis is a reporter with The Examiner, covering state and federal politics. He is based in Hobart.

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