Meet Emma Kealy

Emma Kealy is the Member for Lowan, Deputy Leader of The Nationals and Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Mental Health.

A passionate advocate for rural and regional Victoria, Emma is focused on making sure country communities get their fair share – from better roads and healthcare to stronger local economies, thriving agricultural industries and opportunities for the next generation.

Before entering Parliament, Emma built her career in healthcare. She trained and worked as a biomedical scientist in pathology before moving into health management and becoming the Chief Executive Officer of a regional hospital. That experience gave her a practical understanding of how health services work, the pressures faced by frontline staff and the importance of having quality healthcare close to home.

Emma was elected to the Victorian Parliament as the Member for Lowan in 2014. Since then, she has been a strong voice for communities across western Victoria, advocating for investment in regional hospitals, mental health services, roads and infrastructure, agriculture and local communities.

As Shadow Minister for Mental Health, Emma is focused on improving access to care and getting Victoria’s mental health reforms back on track. As Shadow Minister for Agriculture, she works closely with farmers, producers and industry to strengthen Victoria’s agricultural sector and protect its future.

Emma believes where you live should never determine the opportunities, services or support you can access.

Her focus is simple: a fresh start for Victoria and a fair share for regional Victorians.