Standing alongside his daughter - who appeared to wince - Mr Abbott made his remarks in response to a query about the local Liberal party candidate, Fiona Scott, and her predecessor, Jackie Kelly.
"They're young, they're feisty, I think I can probably say have a bit of sex appeal, and they are just very very connected to the local area," he said.
The comment triggered an awkward smile from Ms Scott, who was whisked away before the travelling media pack could reach her. » | Jonathan Pearlman, Sydney | Tuesday, August 13, 2013
