Mr Bull has represented the Gippsland East electorate for 16 years.
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- Long-time Nationals MP Tim Bull has announced he will not contest the Victorian election in November after 16 years in parliament.
- Victorian Nationals MP Tim Bull has announced that he will step down at this year's state election in November.
- Mr Bull has held the rural seat of Gippsland East in Victoria's far east since 2010, when he defeated independent MP Craig Ingram with a 20 per cent swing.
- Mr Bull said the most rewarding part of the job was helping constituents who came to his office seeking help.
Tim Bull, the long-serving Gippsland Nationals MP, has announced he will not seek re-election in the upcoming Victorian state election scheduled for November 2026.
Bull, who has represented the Gippsland East electorate since 2010, expressed that it has been an incredible honor to serve the region for 16 years, including 13 years on the front bench as a Minister and Shadow Minister.
His decision to step down marks a significant transition for the Nationals as they prepare for the election, potentially opening the door for new candidates to contest the seat. Bull's tenure has been characterized by a notable 20 percent swing when he first won his seat against independent MP Craig Ingram.
As the Victorian Nationals strategize for the election, Bull's departure could impact their campaign dynamics and voter engagement in Gippsland East. The announcement reflects a broader trend of political shifts within the party as it navigates the challenges of the upcoming election cycle.
With Bull stepping aside, the focus will now turn to who will emerge as the new candidate to represent the interests of Gippsland East in the Victorian Parliament.