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Cr Karen Hyslop

Australian Democrats for Lowan Districtin the Legislative Assembly

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Meet Karen

Karen Hyslop is the Australian Democrats candidate for Lowan, bringing 12 years of dedicated local government experience and an outstanding record of community leadership to her campaign for state parliament. A passionate rural advocate, Karen served the Northern Grampians Shire for over a decade, including two highly impactful years as Mayor.

A long-time Stawell resident, proud mother of three children, a former midwife and farmer’s wife, Karen possesses a unique, firsthand understanding of the immense challenges facing our region.

As an Australian Democrats candidate, Karen aims to keep politics honest and give Lowan people another choice for who to vote for.

Karen’s platform is focused on the issues that matter most: fixing crumbling country roads, addressing inadequate rural health services, easing the rising cost of living and preserving prime farm land.

Supported by years of proven experience, Karen Hyslop is ready to deliver the strong, respected voice that Lowan truly deserves.

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Contact Karen: Western@vic.democrats.org.au

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Election day is Saturday 28 November 2026 — early voting opens beforehand.

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