Former Agribusiness CEO to Run for One Nation in Farrer By-Election

David Farley, 69, is a global agribusiness expert and a grandfather of seven.

One Nation Leader Senator Pauline Hanson is seen with people attending the Australia Marches rally during Australia Day celebrations in Brisbane, Australia on Jan. 26, 2026. AAP Image/Darren England

Former agribusiness CEO David Farley will run as the conservative-leaning One Nation’s candidate for the closely watched Farrer by-election.

The vast New South Wales regional electorate will go to the polls on May 9 after former Opposition Leader Sussan Ley, who held the seat since 2001, quit parliament in February after losing the Liberal Party leadership to Angus Taylor.