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NIMBY or YIMBY? Andrew Charlton’s identity crisis

The federal MP, who owns several properties, is petitioning to stop development of 2500 new homes.

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Whether getting called a NIMBY or a YIMBY is an insult or a badge of pride depends on what circles one moves in. How confusing for federal Parramatta MP Andrew Charlton, then, that voters are calling him both.

The former Accenture executive, who is touted as a future Labor leader, is sticking his neck out to oppose development plans for 2500 new homes in North Parramatta. He’s even launched a petition.

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Hannah Wootton is a reporter for the Financial Review. Connect with Hannah on Twitter. Email Hannah at hannah.wootton@afr.com

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