"As a former business owner, Ralph understands at the grassroots
level what is required for economic prosperity in this country.
"He will take the fight to the mainstream parties to deliver a
better economic future for all Australian families," Mr Palmer said.
"As predicted by the United Australia Party prior to the election,
increasing interest rates are putting Australians under growing levels of
mortgage stress.
"The United Australia Party in the senate will always ensure that
the major parties do not forget about the hardships faced by Australian families.
"As Paul Keating once said, Australia is in danger of becoming a
banana republic. The United Australia Party is committed to holding Labor and
the Liberals accountable for their actions and adding positively to the
national debate for a better democracy for all," he said.
Meanwhile, Mr Palmer said that the United Australia Party would be
highlighting instances of electoral fraud by the AEC in the 2022 Federal Election.
"There are concerning elements regarding actions of the AEC which
we will be bringing to light by presenting evidence," Mr Palmer said.
The United Australia Party has also announced it would be fielding
candidates in all seats at the upcoming Victorian state election.
"We will be running candidates in all Victorian seats to give the
people an opportunity to elect representatives that care about the issues
facing Victoria and all of Australia," Mr Palmer said.
Former Federal Leader of the United Australia Party, Craig Kelly,
has been appointed national director of the party, it has also been announced.
