The member for Hart, deputy premier and state treasurer Kevin Foley, followed most of his constituents into the recreated seat and held it easily. At the 2006 election, Foley increased his margin from 21.7 percent to 25.7 percent, and gained a majority in all booths.
Kevin Foley, who represented Hart as deputy premier and state treasurer, followed most of his constituents into the newly created seat and easily maintained it. At the 2006 election, Foley's margin increased from 21.7 percent to 25.7 percent, securing a majority in all polling stations.