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Why this historically safe Liberal seat is shaping up as a fierce electoral battleground

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Farmers in Victoria’s west say they're suffering from crumbling roads, the soaring cost-of living and some of the lowest rainfall in years. They're looking to make their mark at the ballot box on May 3rd. In the Liberal electorate of Wannon, a fierce battle is shaping up between the incumbent and a comedian and former radio host-turned-independent.
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