Upper House -
South-Eastern Metropolitan
Leonardo Panetta
Leo is a Gippsland family man, small business owner, and proud Victorian who arrived from Argentina in 1981 before the Falklands War. He has built a life here through hard work, embracing Australia’s culture of opportunity, mateship, and a fair go.
As a construction industry small business owner, Leo knows the pressures facing everyday Victorians. He is committed to cutting red tape, reducing government interference, and giving entrepreneurs and families the freedom to thrive.
A devoted husband and father of three, he coaches junior soccer and supports the Richmond Tigers – while still cheering for Argentina’s national football team. He believes sport builds character, community, and shared values.
Leo stands for free speech, merit, and equal opportunity – not equal outcomes. He rejects “woke” censorship and prioritises practical solutions to the cost-of-living crisis: lower energy bills, more affordable housing, and real relief for families struggling to get ahead.
“I’ve seen what a fair go means,” he says. “I’ll fight to protect it for our kids.”