He was elected leader of the Liberal Party in opposition in 2006, and served as Premier from 2010 until 2013 after winning the 2010 state election. He resigned as Premier on 6 March 2013, and was succeeded by Denis Napthine.
In 2006, he was chosen as the leader of the Liberal Party in opposition. From 2010 to 2013, he acted as Premier following his victory in the state election of 2010. He resigned from the position on March 6, 2013, and Denis Napthine took over.