A New South Wales MP has been forced to move to a safe house after receiving a death threat.

7 News can reveal Melanie Gibbons, the Liberal member for Holsworthy, was at a Liberal Party branch meeting when a party member threatened to kill her.

Fearing for her safety, she has been forced to move from her home to a secret location.

NSW Police have launched an investigation after receiving statements from witnesses to the threat.

Premier Mike Baird's office is aware of the threat and is offering Melanie Gibbons (pictured) all the support she needs. Photo: Facebook More

At this stage no-one has been arrested.

This all stems from a long running dispute over alleged branch stacking in Sydney's south-west.

Premier Mike Baird's office is aware of the threat and is offering Melanie Gibbons all the support she needs.

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