Christian Ellis, a former NSW Liberal powerbroker, is at the centre of a dispute involving a preselection in Deniliquin. Multiple reports describe how, after Ellis moved to Deniliquin, members of an informal group referred to as “silent nuns” were presented as likely candidates for party membership and involvement. The coverage also links the matter to allegations of branch stacking within the NSW Liberal Party, with concerns raised about how local branch processes were managed and who participated in decisions about candidate selection.
The articles discuss the broader context of factional influence and internal party governance, but focus on the specific claims around participation and recruitment linked to Ellis and the “silent nuns” group. Each outlet frames the issue around allegations and internal complaints, rather than confirmed findings. The reporting indicates that the episode has become a point of contention for party members and that it raises questions about transparency and the integrity of branch-level processes used for preselection.
Overall, the sources present a consistent account of the actors involved and the nature of the claims, while not attributing a definitive outcome to the allegations.
