July 19th 2024.
After almost 18 months since his defeat in last year's election, former New South Wales premier Dominic Perrottet has announced his resignation from parliament. In a statement, the Liberal MP for Epping, who also served as the state's treasurer, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve the people of NSW. He described his political career as "an honour and a privilege," and thanked the 8 million residents of the state for entrusting him as their 46th premier.
Perrottet reflected on his time in office, highlighting the various roles he held, including premier, treasurer, minister for industrial relations, and minister for finance, services, and property. He shared that he got into politics to promote new ideas and ways of thinking, and he is proud to have been part of a government that left NSW in a better place than when they found it.
The former premier was first elected in 2011 in the seat of Castle Hill, where he won over 80% of the two-party vote. He then moved to the electorate of Hawkesbury before finishing his political career in Epping. In 2017, he became the treasurer under Gladys Berejiklian and later succeeded her as premier in 2021 after her resignation. During his time in office, Perrottet played a crucial role in the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, advocating for less stringent restrictions and accelerating the state's path out of pandemic controls.
Opposition Leader Mark Speakman praised Perrottet for his leadership during the pandemic, stating that he "helped guide us through the pandemic" and demonstrated "decisive leadership" in his actions. He also commended his contributions to financial management, infrastructure, and family support, setting a high standard for future leaders.
Since the Coalition's defeat in the state election, Perrottet has been serving as a backbencher. However, he played a significant role in resolving a disagreement between the Liberals and Nationals earlier this month. Perrottet has announced that he will officially retire from parliament next month and is requesting the opportunity to deliver a valedictory speech when Parliament returns in August. He plans to formally resign to the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly on August 11, 2024.
As he bids farewell to his political career, Perrottet expressed his gratitude to the communities of Castle Hill, Hawkesbury, and Epping for their support throughout his time in office. He also thanked the government for the opportunity to serve the people of NSW and is proud of the work he has accomplished during his time in office.
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