Tony Abbott has lost his seat to independent Zali Steggall

Former prime minister Tony Abbott had conceded his defeat in his electorate of Warringah to independent Zali Steggall, after 25 years in the seat.

Tony Abbott has lost his seat after 25-year reign in Warringah. Source: SBS

After two decades, former prime minister Tony Abbott’s run as a federal parliamentarian appears to have come to an end with independent Zali Steggall on track to clinch the seat of Warringah.

Mr Abbott suffered a major swing against him of almost 14 per cent as at 7.42pm (AEST), according to the Australian Electoral Commission.

Sky News, the ABC and the Nine Network have called the seat for Ms Steggall based on projections.

Tony Abbott lines up to vote on election day.

AAP

 

Former foreign minister Julie Bishop said climate change was a significant issue in Warringah, and this was an "inevitable outcome".

"Tony Abbott is a climate change denier," she told the Nine Network.

"It's a very sad night for the Abbott family, but you have to respect the views of your electorate, and if you are so out of alignment with the views of your electorate..."