Barnaby Joyce’s relatable ‘dad moment’
Barnaby Joyce had a relatable ‘dad moment’ during his swearing in as Deputy Prime Minister on Tuesday.
The newly-reinstated leader of the Nationals Party attended the formal occasion with his partner Vikki Campion and their young sons Sebastian, three, and Thomas, two.
Mr Joyce reclaimed leadership of the Nationals Party following a leadership spill on Monday, replacing Michael McCormack.
Before the ceremony began, Mr Joyce was snapped holding Sebastian while Campion held Thomas’ hand, with Campion and the boys finding their seats in the front row shortly after.
During the ceremony, Sebastian climbed over his mum and approached his dad, amusing the attending crowd.
Photos of the two boys off their seats have since started circulating online.
Mr Joyce has six children in total, including four daughters from his previous marriage to Natalie Abberfield.
Mr Joyce’s return to the leadership position has been criticised by some as favourable treatment of male politicians, following his resignation from the top spot three years ago in light of sexual harassment claims and accusations he had violated ministerial standards.