Liberal candidate denies law firm’s claims of bullying and using staff to pursue political ambitions

Grant Hutchinson denies allegations made in court by current and former partners prior to his preselection for Victorian seat of CroydonGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Victorian Liberal candidate for an ultra-marginal seat is in a legal fight with his own law firm, accused by his partners of bullying staff and using business resources to further his political ambitions.Grant Hutchinson – who has denied the allegations against him – was preselected for the seat of Croydon in Melbourne’s east last month. It is one of the Liberals’ most marginal electorates, with a gap of only 1.2%, and the fate of such outer suburban seats will be vital to the Coalition at the November 2026 election. Continue reading...