Teen Candidate Eyes Parliament | Sydney News

A 18-year-old student and part-time worker, Hera Sheppard is running for parliament in Victoria’s South West Coast seat — and could become one of Australia’s youngest ever MPs. Endorsed by the Victorian Socialists, she’s tackling big issues like housing, workers’ rights, and public transport upgrades, drawing from her own experience growing up in public housing. Facing longtime Liberal incumbent Roma Britnell, Hera’s campaign is electrifying — especially as she juggles school, work, and politics while staying laser-focused on change. This November, Victorians will be watching closely. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c819a160ca4fe8a5