Jacqui Lambie retains Senate spot in Tasmania
Sky News Chief Election Analyst Tom Connell has examined the latest updates on the state of the Senate.
Jacqui Lambie Network Senator Jacqui Lambie has retained her spot following the Tasmanian Senate contest.
Ms Lambie's vote sits at 0.51, which is lower compared to the previous election, where she received 0.69.
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