Labor names its candidate for Mackillop
Mark Braes will run against independent MP Nick McBride for a second time in 2026.
Labor has named its candidate for Mackillop, the electorate which includes Tailem Bend and Wellington East: Millicent-based mediator Mark Braes.
Mr Braes, formerly the Mayor of the Wattle Range district, was also the party’s candidate in 2022.
In a statement, he said he was passionate about providing locals with a genuine choice “in contrast to a party that has taken them for granted”.
That was presumably a reference to the Liberal Party, which Mr McBride stood for before quitting to become an independent in 2023.
Robe-based business owner Rebekah Rosser will be the Liberals’ candidate this time around.
Murray Bridge News is not aware of any other candidates, including from One Nation or the Greens, at this stage.
- More information: Visit www.sa.alp.org.au or follow Mark Braes – Labor for Mackillop on Facebook.
