Feb 9, 2026 | Latest News
I welcome the decision to re-form the Coalition between the Liberal Party and The Nationals. The Federal Coalition has delivered the best form of government in our nation’s history, and our party room is united in its commitment to reset this successful political...
Jan 22, 2026 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says he will continue to serve the interests of regional Australians after resigning from the Coalition Shadow Ministry. Mr Chester told Opposition Leader Sussan Ley it was with ‘a heavy heart’ that he resigned from the...
May 20, 2025 | Latest News
Today’s announcement that The Nationals will not be part of a formal Coalition agreement with the Liberal Party doesn’t change anything in terms of my commitment to fight for the future of Gippslanders. I was humbled by the vote of confidence I received from...
Apr 3, 2025 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester says motorists across Gippsland are backing the plan to cut the fuel excise by 25 cents per litre, if the Coalition wins the election on May 3. Mr Chester, who has been a long-time advocate for cutting fuel excise, says the...
Mar 26, 2025 | Latest News, News
The Albanese Government has retained its perfect record of no additional funding for roads and community infrastructure in Gippsland during the entire term of this government, according to local MP Darren Chester. Mr Chester said the Labor Party had ‘given up on...