Election 2016: Australian Idol host James Mathison to challenge Tony Abbott in Warringah

By Megan Levy
Updated May 28 2016 - 9:08am, first published 9:00am
Tony Abbott has held the seat for 22 years.
Tony Abbott has held the seat for 22 years.

Former Australian Idol co-host James Mathison has announced he will take on Tony Abbott in the blue ribbon stronghold of Warringah at the upcoming Federal Election.