Around Bondi Beach, the Liberal colours are white instead of royal blue. Scott Morrison hasn't been seen in the electorate, Wentworth, since the election campaign began, and may not be. Candidate Dave Sharma refers to himself as a "modern Liberal" in the mould of Malcolm Turnbull.
On the other side of the Victorian border in Wodonga, Liberal candidate Steve Martin's campaign is trying to convince the Prime Minister to visit for a day, or even a few hours. The little-known candidate wants Morrison to help lift his profile in the seat, Indi.
Aaron PatrickSenior correspondentAaron Patrick is the senior correspondent. He writes about politics and business from the Sydney newsroom. Email Aaron at apatrick@afr.com
