Labor Hangs on for Victory in Tight Queensland By-election

A big swing away from the state’s Labor Party has forced the opposition to hose down speculation it could spark a leadership spill.Queensland Opposition Leader Steven Miles is seen talking to supporters at the Labor election campaign party at the Murrumba Downs Tavern during polling day in Brisbane, Australia on Oct. 26, 2024. AAP Image/Darren England5/17/2026|Updated: 5/17/2026The governing Liberal National Party (LNP) has conceded it won’t win a closely fought Queensland by-election triggered by the sudden death of the local member.But a big swing away from the state’s Labor Party has forced the opposition leader to hose down speculation it could spark a move against his leadership.