Upper Hunter incumbent Michael Johnsen says victory was a "long, tough road."

Matthew Kelly
Updated March 24 2019 - 6:34pm, first published 12:43pm
WINNER: Michael Johnsen spent Sunday afternoon at Muswellbrook races. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers
WINNER: Michael Johnsen spent Sunday afternoon at Muswellbrook races. Picture: Max Mason-Hubers

Michael Johnson claimed victory for the National Party in the closely fought seat of Upper Hunter late on Sunday afternoon.

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Matthew Kelly

Matthew Kelly

Journalist

Matthew Kelly has worked as a journalist for more than 25 years. He has been working as a general reporter at the Newcastle Herald since 2018. In recent years he has reported on subjects including environment, energy, water security, manufacturing and higher education. He has previously covered issues including the health and environmental impacts of uncovered coal wagons in the Hunter Valley, the pollution of legacy of former industrial sites and freedom of information issues.

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