Bridget McKenzie, David Littleproud and Kevin Hogan.
It is an enormous honour to be elected as Leader of The Nationals by my colleagues in today’s party room meeting. I am humbled to serve my Party and my colleagues, but most importantly, the people of Australia.
Around the country, families are still facing the same cost-of-living challenges and it is a privilege to be elected as Leader and have the opportunity to make real change.
I am proud of my legacy as Leader over the last three years, championing the opposition to the Voice, and fighting for nuclear energy and supermarket divestiture powers.
I congratulate new Deputy Leader Kevin Hogan and The Nationals’ Leader in the Senate Bridget McKenzie. Both Kevin and Bridget are not just great leaders, but great friends, and I am proud to be able to work with them.
I also acknowledge Senator Perin Davey and her work as Deputy Leader last term.
I thank those who voted for The Nationals at this past election and our volunteers, members and candidates. I give you a commitment to work hard and continue to take common sense to Canberra.