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Victorian Liberal Deputy Leader Sam Groth to Quit Politics at 2026 Election

He cited sustained pressure on his family, including from within the Liberal Party.

Overview

  • Groth announced he will not recontest Nepean and will leave state parliament at the November 2026 election after informing the Opposition Leader.
  • He said recent public pressure on his family had been significant and that some of it originated inside his own party.
  • The decision follows a defamation dispute with the Herald Sun over articles about the start of his relationship, which was settled with an apology to Groth and his wife in November.
  • Elected in 2022, Groth served as deputy Liberal leader under Brad Battin and later Jess Wilson during a rapid rise within the party.
  • He stated he will take time with his family to consider what comes next and indicated he will not be making further comment.