RESIGNATION FROM SHADOW CABINET

Today, Opposition Leader Sussan Ley has accepted my offer of resignation from her Shadow Cabinet.

This follows a decision by the Nationals Party Room yesterday to not support the Government’s rushed Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Criminal and Migration Laws) Bill 2026. I support both the intent of the legislation and the Coalition’s firm stance against antisemitism, hate and extremism.

Serving as the Shadow Minister for Resources and Northern Australia, and the Shadow Cabinet under both Peter Dutton and Sussan Ley has been a privilege. I thank my leader David Littleproud for entrusting me to serve in this position.

Australia’s wealth and prosperity is built on the backbone of our resources sector. The 1.1 million direct and indirect employees of this great industry work every day to build a better nation, and deliver the essential minerals and energy resources the world needs.

Our northern border remains the front line against Australia’s enemies. The men and women of the North are built tough, and as a resident of Northern Australia, I know their challenges first hand.

Securing the future of Northern Australia, and our resources’ wealth, requires careful planning and considered decision making.

I remain committed to serving and delivering for Queenslanders.

ENDS