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NewsMail Morning Edition Wed 04 Jun, 2014 Top Stories More Top Stories » 'Immature' Napthine hiding from political crisis: Daniel Andrews Victorian Opposition Leader Daniel Andrews has accused Denis Napthine of hiding from a political crisis, describing the Premier's response to his demands for a crisis meeting as "immature" and "desperate". The Coalition's grip on power is under threat after independent Frankston MP Geoff Shaw said on Tuesday he would back any no-confidence motion in the government. The Government relies on Mr Shaw's support to stay in office. Mr Andrews had demanded a meeting with Dr Napthine this morning, however the Premier's office said Dr Napthine's planned visit to central Victoria today would go ahead. 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