Cults, setups, and devastating rumours: years after their downfalls, these former NSW MPs are exacting their revenge
David Elliott and Eleni Petinos believe they were brought down by their own party. The Icac hearing has given them a chance to set the record straight Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Revenge, they say, is a dish best served cold. It’s been almost four years since the former New South Wales MP, David Elliott, announced that he would not seek preselection for a seat in the Hills in greater Sydney after his own seat was abolished. He had realised that, thanks to branch…
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Unresolved 35% ICAC Formal Inquiry Launch
The Icac, feeling pressure from the former MPs' persistent claims, formally accepts the evidence and initiates an inquiry into the alleged political maneuvering. This move validates the former MPs' grievances in the eyes of the public, creating immediate political friction within the NSW Labor party.
Watch for: The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) announces the commencement of an investigation into 'allegations of political obstruction' regarding David Elliott and Eleni Petinos. · The NSW Premier issues a statement acknowledging the ICAC's new mandate regarding the former MPs' complaints.
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Unresolved 30% Party Dismissal/Rejection
The relevant NSW party executive reviews the allegations brought by Elliott and Petinos and, fearing reputational damage, swiftly moves to distance itself. They publicly dismiss the claims as politically motivated attacks from disgruntled former members.
Watch for: The NSW Party State Executive releases a formal statement declaring that the claims made by David Elliott and Eleni Petinos are 'without merit' and 'baseless'. · A senior party official publicly states in a press conference that the party will not engage with the former MPs on the matter.
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Unresolved 20% Internal Party Mediation Attempt
To prevent a public relations disaster, the NSW party leadership offers the former MPs a formal, private mediation session. This is an attempt to manage the narrative internally before external bodies like ICAC get involved, offering a controlled resolution.
Watch for: The NSW Labor Party announces a confidential, facilitated meeting between its leadership and David Elliott/Eleni Petinos. · A spokesperson confirms that the party is 'exploring all internal avenues' to resolve the dispute amicably.
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Unresolved 15% Unexpected Political Alignment (Counter-Intuitive)
Instead of confrontation, a political ally of the former MPs, perhaps a local faction, publicly endorses their narrative against the party apparatus. This unexpected shift forces the party to either accept the claims or face immediate internal revolt.
Watch for: A prominent, non-aligned figure within the NSW political sphere issues a public endorsement of the former MPs' claims of 'political persecution'. · A rival faction within the NSW party threatens a public walkout unless the allegations are publicly addressed.
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