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Federal Election September 7th "The Shooters and Fishers Party are not solely concerned with shooting and hunting, although obviously that's a big part of it. There's also sensible policies on water security, protecting our farmers against giant supermarket chains and stopping our land being sold off overseas. These issues are relevant to all Australians, not just shooters and hunters." Although originally considered a long-shot to win a seat, some experts are now predicting that the Shooters and Fishers Party could perform far better than expected – particularly in New South Wales and Western Australia. Under the Proportional Representation system used to determine Federal Senate elections, the result may not be known on the night. Nevertheless, Karl says that he will be closely following the results with his family and friends. "I'll probably be standing around a barbeque glued to the telly! My kids are really excited about the prospect that their dad might be elected, and they'll be screaming the neighbourhood down if it happens." With more than 50 parties contesting the Federal Senate elections, the ballot paper is sure to once again resemble a table cloth, so it's important to remember that if you wish to vote for the Shooters and Fishers Party the easiest way is to put the number 1 above the line in the box marked Shooters and Fishers Party. 60 seconds with Karl Favourite movie – Despicable Me. I have 3 kids and we watch it snuggled on the couch on a rainy weekend. Favourite band – I can't split Led Zeppelin and the Rolling Stones. Favourite food – Home made Chinese Wontons and Spring Rolls made with venison mince I've brought home. Sporting Shooters Association of Australia (NSW) Inc. Who would play Karl Houseman in a movie about your life – I'd love to say Sean Connery as an older me and Mark Wahlberg as a younger me, but the truth is it would probably be Jack Black! Three things you would take if you were trapped on a deserted island – A fishing rod, a rifle and a library of great hunting and fishing books. 5