The New South Wales branch of the Liberal Party has expelled around half a dozen senior members and referred itself to the state's election watchdog following an internal investigation into an alleged branch-stacking operation.
The scheme, described as 'elaborate and complex,' reportedly involved over 100 members who were signed up with fake email addresses to influence key votes on policy and preselections.
A party spokesperson confirmed on Friday that disciplinary action has been taken and findings have been handed to the NSW Electoral Commission, but declined further comment due to the referral.
The revelations come just three months before the state election, where Premier Dominic Perrottet seeks a fourth term for the Coalition government, amid challenges from teal independents campaigning on integrity.
