Petrus Vandersteen, a professional musician with a diverse background in security and the tech industry, has been announced as the Trumpet of Patriots candidate for the NSW electorate of Parkes at the upcoming Federal Election.

Mr Vandersteen brings a strong voice for everyday Australians, calling for commonsense policies and a return to practical governance.

“Australians are crying out for leadership that understands real life—not the career politics of the Canberra bubble,” Mr Vandersteen said.

“Trumpet of Patriots is the real alternative to the ‘uni-party’ of Labor and the Coalition, who’ve become indistinguishable in their failure to address the core issues hurting our communities.”

With firsthand experience across creative, technical, and security sectors, Mr Vandersteen says he will bring a no-nonsense, solutions-focused approach to Parliament.

“I’m standing for the people of Parkes who feel forgotten, who want their country back, and who deserve a representative who’ll speak plainly, act boldly, and always put Australia first,” he said.