Sussan Ley has been handed the enormous task of rebuilding the Liberal Party following its crushing election defeat.
At 63, Ley becomes the first woman to lead the Liberal Party.
She defeated Angus Taylor in a leadership ballot this morning, 29 votes to 24.
Ted O’Brien has been elected Deputy Leader.
Ley takes on the role of Opposition Leader following Labor’s crushing election win earlier this month, which saw Peter Dutton lose his seat.
Ley emerged from the Liberal party room a short time ago, confirming she will hold a media conference later today.
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Troy Dodds
Troy Dodds is the Weekender's Managing Editor and Breaking News Reporter. He has more than 20 years experience as a journalist, working with some of Australia's leading media organisations. In 2023, he was named Editor of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.