Liberal Party candidate Anthony Marsh is under investigation by Victoria's transport department for carrying out unauthorized roadworks as a campaign stunt [1].

The probe comes as the Nepean by-election approaches, raising questions about the legality of campaign tactics used by high-profile political figures in the region [2].

According to reports, the roadworks were conducted without the necessary permits or authorization from the state's transport authorities [1]. The activity involved Marsh and Opposition Leader Jess Wilson, who participated in the stunt to highlight infrastructure issues within the Nepean electorate [2].

Victoria's transport department launched the investigation after the unauthorized works were identified [1]. The agency is reviewing the extent of the works and whether safety regulations were breached during the process [2].

Marsh and Wilson have not yet provided public statements regarding the specific legal requirements for the roadworks in question [1]. The investigation remains ongoing as the department determines if any fines or legal actions will be pursued against the candidates [2].

The incident has drawn attention to the boundaries between political performance and public safety laws. While campaign stunts are common in Australian politics, the physical modification of public roads without government approval is a violation of state transport protocols [1].

“Liberal Party candidate Anthony Marsh is under investigation for carrying out unauthorised roadworks.”

This investigation highlights a potential legal vulnerability for the Liberal campaign in Nepean. By bypassing official authorization for a public stunt, the candidates risk shifting the electoral narrative from infrastructure needs to a question of lawfulness and governance.