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9.37am BST

Former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull has not ruled out supporting more independent candidates in future election contests, as he has in the Upper Hunter byelection.

He told political editor Katharine Murphy:

As I said in my book, I resigned as prime minister, but I have not resigned as an Australian citizen.

I wouldn't rule anything in or out, and I wouldn't expect anyone else to be ruling things in or out at this point. It will depend on the issues and how parties and candidates deal with them at the time.

Related: Malcolm Turnbull reserves right to back more independent candidates in elections

9.14am BST

In happier dog news:

Bowie' is home safe after she was rescued 200 metres out at sea in Mornington yesterday. Two local policemen noticed her distress and brought her to shore with the help of fishermen and locals. Tonight @7NewsMelbourne pic.twitter.com/Uvhc7sDx4J