David Crisafulli — Premier
At a glance
| Tracker status | Current — Premier since 28 Oct 2024 (LNP election win) |
| Export role | Premier of largest beef-export state; state LNP opposes federal Labor live sheep 2028 ban |
| Electorate | Broadwater (Gold Coast) — previously Mundingburra 2012–2015 |
| Primary Industries minister | Tony Perrett (from 1 Nov 2024) |
- QLD bore most China abattoir suspensions (Dinmore, Kilcoy, John Dee, etc.) — QLD meat policy.
Quick facts
- Party: LNP (Queensland)
- Background: Born 1979; local government minister under Campbell Newman; opposition leader 2020–2024
- Mandate: “Fresh start” — crime, health, housing, economy
- Deputy: Jarrod Bleijie
Export & agriculture role (tracker)
| Issue | Role | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Beef & processing | State executive for QLD meat exports | QLD meat |
| Live sheep ban | Inferred alignment with federal Coalition repeal position | Federal meat |
| Resources | Separate royalties file | QLD resources |
Portfolio & career
| Period | Position |
|---|---|
| 2024– | Premier; LNP leader |
| 2020–2024 | Opposition leader |
| 2012–2015 | Minister Local Government (Newman) |
| 2017– | MLA Broadwater |
Allies & rivals
- Key allies: Perrett; Littleproud (Nationals QLD federal)
- Known rivals: Federal Labor agriculture policy; former Miles government
Chronology (export-related)
| Date | Event | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-28 | Sworn premier | Perrett primary industries |
| 2024-10-26 | LNP election win | Replaced Miles |