New face of the ALP in Riverina

By Laura Davies
Updated November 7 2012 - 1:15pm, first published June 25 2010 - 7:06am
New face of the ALP in Riverina
New face of the ALP in Riverina

SHE'S young, intelligent, and ambitious -meet the face of Riverina Labor's 2010 federal election campaign.Wagga defence lawyer Robyn Hakelis, 28, was announced as the ALP's secret weapon in what is expected to be a fierce three-cornered contest for the vast Riverina seat -and she's ready for the challenge."I believe we have a good chance of winning the seat from the National Party," she said."I look forward to debating my opponents on the issues that matter to people."I will continue listening to people throughout the electorate and will work hard to be a strong voice for the Riverina."Country Labor MLC Tony Catanzariti said the Aboriginal Legal Service lawyer was chosen to spearhead the ALP's election hopes for her vast knowledge, community involvement and passion for politics."She's an incredibly bright, intelligent and energetic young woman who is absolutely committed to what she does," he said. -The Area News

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