Matt Kean puts name forward for deputy leader of NSW Liberals

NSW treasurer joins transport minister, David Elliott, in running for senior party role after Stuart Ayres resigned

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The New South Wales treasurer, Matt Kean, has confirmed he will seek the deputy leadership of the state's Liberal party after the resignation of Stuart Ayres from the position.

Kean will throw his hat in the ring for the job, potentially running against the transport minister, David Elliott, who has said he would run.

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