David Littleproud Becomes National Party Leader, Says Cutting Emissions Is ‘First Principles’

Newly elected Nationals Senate Leader Bridget McKenzie, newly elected Nationals leader David Littleproud and newly elected Nationals Deputy Leader Perin Davey at a press conference after a Nationals Party meeting at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on May 30, 2022. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas

David Littleproud has been elected as the new leader of the conservative National party after a party room vote on Monday, ousting incumbent Barnaby Joyce and former minister Darren Chester.

Senator Perin Davey from New South Wales will be the deputy leader.