Landry Locks In Fifth Term

By Amanda Wright

Michelle Landry MP has been re-elected for a fifth consecutive term as the Member for Capricornia, pledging to continue her unwavering fight for the people, projects and industries that make the region strong.

“This is an incredible honour and I want to sincerely thank the people of Capricornia for putting their faith in me once again,” Ms Landry said.

“This result is not just about winning a seat; it’s about securing a voice that will never stop fighting for regional Queensland.”

During her time as the local MP, Ms Landry said she has delivered over $7 billion in funding to Capricornia, including major road upgrades, health facilities, community infrastructure and support for local industries.

“Capricornia has seen record investment under my watch and I’ve fought tooth and nail to protect key projects from Labor’s cuts,” she said.

Ms Landry said her focus now turns to holding the Albanese Government to account on regional funding and infrastructure.

“I will be fighting to ensure increased funding for the Bruce Highway is locked into the forward estimates, and I’ll keep pushing for the restoration of key regional programs that have been slashed under Labor. Our regions build the wealth of this nation. It’s time we got our fair share.”

With the cost of living continuing to bite, Ms Landry said families in Capricornia need strong, practical solutions.

“People are doing it tough with groceries, power, fuel, rent all going up. I’ll be pushing for real action that helps families and businesses make ends meet.”

Ms Landry reaffirmed her support for the small businesses, farmers, and resource sector workers who keep the Capricornia economy ticking.

“Small businesses are the backbone of our communities. Our agriculture and resources sectors create the wealth we all rely on. These industries need champions in Canberra and I will always have their back.”

She also paid tribute to colleagues who were not re-elected.

“I want to acknowledge my LNP colleagues who fought hard for their communities and unfortunately lost their seats. Their passion and service should be recognised and remembered.”

“This win isn’t about politics, it’s about people. I’ll keep fighting every single day to make sure Capricornia gets what it needs to grow, thrive, and lead.”

Landry's win came in stark contrast to the broader trend across Queensland and the country, with voters delivering a decisive swing to Labor.

The most significant upset came in Dickson, where Opposition Leader Peter Dutton was toppled by Labor’s Ali France. A former journalist and para-athlete, Ms France won the seat on her third attempt, making history by unseating a sitting Opposition Leader in their own electorate.

In a night of dramatic gains for Labor, the party also claimed seats from the LNP in Leichhardt in Far North Queensland, Petrie north of Brisbane, and Bonner in the state capital’s east.

The Greens also lost ground, with high-profile MPs Max Chandler-Mather and Stephen Bates losing their seats of Griffith and Brisbane respectively.

Despite the red wave, Capricornia held firm for the LNP. Final results show Landry secured 35.99 per cent of first preference votes — despite a swing of -3.45 per cent — while Labor’s Emily Mawson picked up 32.81 per cent with a +4.76 swing.

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