Council & Politics
12 October, 2026
One Nation reveals Lowan candidate
WOOL classer and small business owner Andrew Partridge has been announced as One Nation's candidate for Lowan at November's election.
One Nation's website says Andrew brings over 35 years of hands-on experience in Australian agriculture and the sheep and wool industry.
"Born and raised on the family farm in Victorian Western districts and Wimmera region and seasoned through decades of work in domestic and export trading, wool classing, and managing family-owned businesses, Andrew understands the real, day-to-day challenges facing rural families, primary producers, and regional businesses.
"Throughout a diverse career spanning roles from the frontline as a shearer and wool classer to managing large-scale Wool brokerage teams and export operations, Andrew has built a reputation for accountability, strong fiscal management, and direct communication.
"Through his employment and as an active community member, he has firsthand experience navigating complex markets, supporting local employment, and standing up for the interests of regional industries on both national and international stages.
"A proud father of three adult sons, Andrew is enthusiastic about securing a strong economic future for the next generation."
The website says Mr Partridge is running with One Nation "to ensure regional voices are heard, lower the cost of living for everyday families, cut red tape for local businesses, and protect the livelihoods of the hard-working regional Australians who provide a large percentage of our state's economic output and keep our primary industries moving providing food and fibre to the world."
The Stawell Times-News has approached Mr Partridge for an interview.
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