Mar 16, 2026 | Latest News
Elevating the issue of food and fibre security to a matter of national importance will be the primary focus of new Shadow Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry Darren Chester. Speaking after the announcement of The Nationals’ revised Shadow Ministry, Mr...
Mar 16, 2026 | Latest News
I’m incredibly honoured to have been elected Deputy Leader of The Nationals Federal Parliamentary team, serving alongside our new Leader Matt Canavan. I acknowledge the hard work and dedication of the previous leadership team, David Littleproud and Kevin Hogan,...
Jan 7, 2026 | Latest News
Federal Member for Gippsland Darren Chester has warned the Labor Party’s proposed changes to firearms laws will unfairly target rural and regional Australians, while failing to address the causes of the Bondi terrorist attack. Mr Chester accused the Prime Minister of...
Nov 4, 2025 | In Parliament, In Parliament>Latest Speeches, Latest Speeches
I want to talk about the difference between fantasy and reality. On election night the Prime Minister promised that he would govern for all Australians. He promised that no-one would be left behind. The Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and...
Mar 31, 2025 | Current Issues, Latest News, Social Issues
Australia is heading in the wrong direction, and we have an opportunity to set a new and more optimistic course with the federal election on May 3. As a born and bred Gippslander, I’m passionate about making sure we get our fair share of government resources so that...
