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Jack Gramenz

Adviser to contest former NT chief's seat

Michael Gunner stepped down as the NT's chief minister in May and is now retiring from politics. (Aaron Bunch/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

A senior adviser to the Northern Territory's chief minister has been announced as the candidate for a by-election in former leader Michael Gunner's electorate.

NT Chief Minister Natasha Fyles announced army veteran and father-of-four Brent Potter would be Labor's candidate for the seat of Fannie Bay, formerly held by Mr Gunner.

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