Gisele Kapterian, the Liberal candidate, won the Bradfield seat in the 2025 Australian election by a narrow margin, defeating teal independent Nicolette Boele after a week of vote counting. Absentee and postal votes proved crucial in securing Kapterian's victory.
Kapterian, a Salesforce executive, international trade lawyer, and former Liberal staffer, was a late addition to the candidacy, securing the seat after the retirement of Paul Fletcher. Her preselection was opposed by Angus Taylor, who supported Warren Mundine.
Bradfield's result is noteworthy because it was the only Liberal-held seat to vote 'yes' in the recent referendum. Kapterian's win, despite the Coalition's overall loss, highlights complexities within the political landscape. Her win also puts another Armenian-Australian MP in Parliament, alongside Tim Wilson.