DOWN TO THE WIRE

Stuart Ayres could be in the final hours of his political career, or on the verge of pulling off a win that would solidify his place in Liberal folklore.

After Lindsay stayed Liberal at the Federal Election last year despite Labor taking government in a comprehensive victory, anything is considered possible at the State Election tomorrow.

The seat of Penrith is of enormous interest and focus with Ayres (pictured left) holding it for the Liberals by just 0.6 per cent.

Former Mayor Karen McKeown (pictured right) is hoping to turn the seat red for the first time since 2010, when former State Member Karyn Paluzzano was ousted from the seat.

Premier Dominic Perrottet gave Ayres’ campaign one last push on Sunday when he spoke at a rally at The Joan, attended by former Prime Minister John Howard.

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Labor Leader Chris Minns has also spent much of his week in western Sydney, ramping up his warnings over the potential privatisation of Sydney Water, and pushing a promised weekly $60 cap on tolls.

On Wednesday night, Perrottet and Minns faced off in the final debate of the campaign in Penrith, hosted by Sky News Australia. Election coverage: Pages 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 9. Join us on election night at www.westernweekender.com.au.