Secret visit

Leader of the Opposition Mr Kevin Rudd visited Woy Woy on Monday last week.

However, secrecy surrounding his visit was such that it was not confirmed to Peninsula News until after the event.

Labor candidate for Robertson Ms Belinda Neal confirmed that the visit occurred last Monday: "Yes Kevin Rudd visited the Deepwater Plaza at Woy Woy for a walkaround just after 2 pm."

Ms Neal said: "Sorry I did not let you know but it was a last minute decision and Rudd's office handled all the media."

Secrecy was blamed on Wednesday for the hostile reception given to Mr Rudd when he called in unannounced to a senior citizen's function in Devonport, Tasmania.

Lyle Stone, 25 Oct 2007