Plibersek: Abbott will have 'high profile' election role

Tony Abbott

Tony Abbott Source: AAP-Mick Tsikas

Acting Opposition Leader Tanya Plibersek says Tony Abbott will have a 'high-profile' role in the election, regardless of what Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull wants.Mr Abbott has been criticised for reportedly taking invitations to tour marginal government seats during the upcoming election campaign.On the other hand, former Liberal leader John Hewson says, "He won't go away, so I think you give him a role. Define the role very carefully and encourage him to be judged by his performance." Aaron has more.



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