Family First National Director Lyle Shelton today announced that the party’s Federal Executive has endorsed Moira Deeming as its lead candidate for the Western Metro region for the Victorian Legislative Council at the November election.
“Moira is one of the most courageous parliamentarians in Australia, and her resilience and tenacity makes her the best person to fight for the families of Western Melbourne,” Mr Shelton said.
“Moira doesn’t back down no matter what is thrown at her and she won’t back down when it comes to standing up for the families of Western Melbourne.
“Families are working harder but finding it increasingly difficult to buy a home, pay their bills and give their children the opportunities they deserve. Rapid population growth has put enormous pressure on roads, schools, hospitals and essential services.
“Family First believes government should put families back at the centre of decision-making. That means respecting the role of parents, improving educational standards, making our communities safer, supporting small and family businesses, protecting freedom of conscience and ensuring young Victorians have a realistic opportunity to own a home and raise a family.
“Moira has already demonstrated that she is prepared to stand up for what she believes is right, including the sex-based rights and protections of women and girls. But her commitment to families is much broader than any single issue.
“She will be a strong advocate for parents, children, working families and communities across Melbourne’s west – and she will demand that government spending and services actually deliver for the people who pay for them.
“Moira has paid a high price for fighting for commonsense.
“She brings this same determination to the fight against the corrupt Andrews/Allen/Carroll government which has sold out the families of Western Melbourne.
“Family First is delighted to have Moira on board, and we will be doing everything to ensure she remains a strong voice for families in the parliament,” Mr Shelton said.
Mrs Deeming has also been appointed Victorian Party Leader. Jane Foreman continues as Chair of the Victorian Executive.
