What the New Opposition Leader Said About Immigration, Net Zero

Taylor acknowledged that his party has strayed from its core values and promised policy resets focused on improving Australians’ living standard.

Newly elected Liberal Leader, Angus Taylor, speaks during a press conference at Australian Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, on Feb. 13, 2026. Hilary Wardhaugh/Getty Images

New Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has set out his priorities within hours of defeating Sussan Ley in the Liberal Party leadership spill.

Taylor said the first priority of his leadership was to “restore Australian standard of living and protect our way of life,” arguing the party had drifted away from its core principles.