Jun 5, 2026 – 7.22pmThe Liberal Party has appointed Lincoln Folo as federal director, replacing Andrew Hirst, who recently announced he was standing down from his role as the party’s chief campaign tactician after serving nine years under two prime ministers and three opposition leaders.Former prime minister turned federal president Tony Abbott announced Folo’s promotion to the top job on Friday evening, praising his “extensive experience in political campaigning, organisational leadership and party administration”.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles