Andrew Lethlean
The Nationals candidate for Bendigo East District in the Legislative Assembly (lower house) at the election on Saturday 28 November.
- On the ballot as
- LETHLEAN, Andrew
- Ballot position
- 5
- Stood for Parliament
- 1 time
- Running against
- 8 others
- Donations to them
- None disclosed
- Donations to their party
- $364k
Bendigo East in violet, within the Northern Victoria Region.
Election history
- 28 Nov 2026 · state electionStanding for Bendigo East District as The Nationals.
- 3 May 2025 · federal electionStood for the federal seat of Bendigo as The Nationals, 28.1% of first preferences. Not elected. Results
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In their own words
I’m Bendigo born and raised, and I’m proud to call this community home. For more than 25 years, I’ve run local businesses and had countless conversations with people across Bendigo. I know how strong our community is, but I also know we’re being let down. Crime is making people feel unsafe. The cost of living keeps rising.
An excerpt, word for word, from The Nationals candidate profile, checked 13 Nov 2026. Follow the link for the full text.
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What they're campaigning on
Quoted word for word from The Nationals candidate profile. Each quote links to where it was published. “Not mentioned” means only that it isn't in those pages.
Their stated priorities
- “Lower inflation - a stronger economy.”
- “Cheaper energy.”
- “Affordable homes.”
- “Safer communities.”
Crime and bail
- Profile10 Nov 2026“Crime is making people feel unsafe.”The Nationals candidate profile
- Profile10 Nov 2026“Safer communities.”The Nationals candidate profile
Housing and renting
- Profile10 Nov 2026“Affordable homes.”The Nationals candidate profile
Treaty and First Peoples
Not mentioned in what we read.
Transport and roads
- Profile10 Nov 2026“Our roads are a disgrace.”The Nationals candidate profile
AI and technology
Not mentioned in what we read.
Gambling and racing
Not mentioned in what we read.
Cost of living
- Profile10 Nov 2026“The cost of living keeps rising.”The Nationals candidate profile
- Profile10 Nov 2026“Lower inflation - a stronger economy.”The Nationals candidate profile
Health
- Profile10 Nov 2026“Better healthcare for the regions.”The Nationals candidate profile
Everyone standing in Bendigo East District
- JOHN, Des Family First
- DUNN, Bonnie Animal Justice Party
- NORSEN, Denali Victorian Socialists
- HAWKEN, Cheryl One Nation Victoria
- LETHLEAN, Andrew The Nationals
- WRIGHT, Liz Independent
- HOSKINS, Kristie Independent
- RICKWOOD, Tim Australian Labor Party
- TOLHURST, Michael The Greens
In ballot order.