The Nationals have selected experienced and respected community advocate Brett Hosking
as their candidate for the seat of Murray Plains, for November’s state election.
Mr Hosking is a fifth-generation farmer, and broad acre cropping farmer in Quambatook with
his wife Jane and their four daughters.
“To be selected as The Nationals’ candidate for Murray Plains, and to have the opportunity
to follow in the footsteps of retiring MP and local champion Peter Walsh, is a privilege,” Mr
Hosking said.
“The Nationals are the only party that are 100 per cent focused on the future of Murray
Plains, and regional Victoria. We have a plan to scrap taxes and ease cost-of-living, crack
down on crime, strengthen health care, and help get first home buyers into their own
home.”
“I will be fighting for every vote, and if elected, will fight every day for the people of Murray
Plains to ensure they get their fair share.”
The Nationals’ State President, Jo Armstrong, described Mr Hosking as a highly respected
leader across regional Victoria, who is determined to deliver for the people of Murray Plains.
“Brett has been Victorian Farmers’ Federation President since 2024, and has been in
leadership roles with the VFF for more than a decade. He knows what it takes to be a strong
voice for a community, and deliver outcomes that are needed,” Ms Armstrong said.
“Brett cares about people, it’s as simple as that. He’s a man of high integrity, a farmer, a
family man, and a man that will fight for his community. The Nationals are proud to have
Brett as our candidate for Murray Plains.”
