Alex Hawke returns to Coalition frontbench with Industry and Innovation portfolio

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Greek Australian MP Alex Hawke has returned to the Coalition frontbench as part of a major shadow cabinet reshuffle unveiled by Liberal deputy leader Sussan Ley on Wednesday, May 28.

Hawke, a close ally of former PM Scott Morrison, will take on the industry and innovation portfolio in the new opposition line-up.

In a post on social media, Hawke wrote: “I look forward to holding the government to account and seeking better Industry policy for Australian Business.”

His return signals a consolidation of support for Ley within the Liberal ranks, as several of her key backers have been rewarded with prominent roles.

The reshuffle follows a turbulent week for the Coalition, which included a brief split between the Liberal and National parties after their federal election loss. The new frontbench aims to reestablish unity and renew focus ahead of the next election.

Ley, announcing the new line-up alongside Nationals Leader David Littleproud, replaced Angus Taylor as shadow treasurer with Ted O’Brien.

Taylor has been moved to defence, while Andrew Hastie takes over the home affairs portfolio. Jane Hume and Sarah Henderson were among those dropped from the frontbench.

Jacinta Nampijinpa Price was also demoted to the outer shadow ministry, taking on the defence industry portfolio, following tensions arising from her recent attempt to switch parties and contest the Liberal deputy leadership.

Hawke’s appointment highlights the re-emergence of key Morrison-era figures, as the opposition seeks to blend experience with new talent under Ley’s leadership.

Source: ABC News.

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