Independent MP Dai Le Set to Hold Fowler Despite Labor’s Strong Challenge

Fowler is one of the few seats that Labor’s red wave did not sweep up.

Labor candidate for Fowler Tu Le, speaks to media during a press conference with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Cabramatta, Sydney, Oct. 4, 2024. AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts

With over 80 percent of the vote now counted, independent MP Dai Le is set to hold the key Sydney southwest seat of Fowler against a strong challenge from Labor’s Tu Le.

Both Les have achieved swings in their favour at the expense of the Liberal Party and most minor parties, with Dai Le gaining a 1.3 primary swing and Tu Le 6.2 percent.