Bird-lover Patrick Murphy has announced he will stand as the Animal Justice Party’s candidate for Robertson in the upcoming federal election.
As an animal lover and environmentalist, Murphy said he was keen to speak out on these issues, which he believes are not getting the attention they deserve at a federal level.
“For too long animals and the environment have been neglected and ignored by those in power … I am standing for the seat of Robertson to change that,” Murphy said.
“I will fight to end the barbaric live export trade, ensure our kangaroos, koalas and all our unique wildlife are protected, end the destruction caused by coal seam gas, and I will not stop until we get real action to address the climate emergency.
“Climate change is a key issue for my electorate, and this will be my main focus.”
Murphy is also an advocate for indigenous rights, marine life and the banning of 1080 poison.
“We’re the change people are looking for,” Murphy said.
“People are feeling let down and ignored by the major parties, and they want to get good value for their ‘number 1 vote’ in the polling booth.”
Murphy will launch his candidacy at 12pm on April 3 at Erina Shopping Centre Centre in Meeting Room 2, behind the library.
Maisy Rae