Ms Mirabella said there was continued speculation about the election outcome in the seat of Indi where she is 1447 votes behind independent candidate Cathy McGowan.
"The count in Indi continues to be close and it is now apparent that a clear result will not be known for many days," she said in a statement on Thursday.
"In this set of circumstances, I have taken the opportunity to speak to Tony Abbott.
"As my own future in the parliament is not assured, I have asked that I not be considered for selection."
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