Ziad Basyouny
Dr. Ziad Basyouny is a political activist and independent candidate for the Watson electorate, known for his advocacy within the Muslim community. Recently, he was mentioned in the context of a flyer criticizing Immigration Minister Tony Burke, which sparked controversy over political responses to the Israel-Palestine conflict. Basyouny stated that while he did not create the flyer, the sentiments it expressed should be acknowledged.
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Recent news mentions
Independent Ziad Basyouny was the second-most popular candidate on a two-candidate preferred basis.
Muslim Vote group to support candidates in NSW, Victorian elections
Australia· 2025-06-07
Independent candidate Ziad Basyouny won 15 percent of the vote.
Penny Wong blasts Greens, Liberals over Israel stanceAustralia· 2025-05-08
In Watson, emergency doctor Ziad Basyouny is bullish about his chances of making Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke the Kristina Keneally of this year’s election.
Liberal VP jumps ship to back disendorsed candidateAustralia· 2025-04-24
Ziad Basyouny is an independent candidate for Watson.
Inside the battle for south-west SydneyAustralia· 2025-04-19
Those candidates – including Ziad Basyouny in Watson, who also attended the forum in Blacktown.
Anthony Albanese admits parachuting Kristina Keneally into Fowler against Dai Le was mistakeAustralia· 2025-04-04
Dr Ziad Basyouny was approached for comment regarding the flyer.
Immigration Minister Tony Burke labelled ‘racist’ in unauthorised flyersAustralia· 2025-03-28