NSW Deputy Premier John Barilaro is taking mental health leave for up to four weeks after a tumultuous fortnight dominated by koala protection policy.
The outspoken NSW Nationals leader will miss next week's sitting of parliament, with his deputy Paul Toole installed acting leader.In a statement, Premier Gladys Berejiklian said Mr Barilaro had told her of his decision on Friday afternoon."I wish John and his family all the best during this time."
Mr Barilaro was unrepentant for his actions after he survived a no-confidence motion in parliament on Wednesday, angering Liberal colleagues when he refused to rule out threatening the coalition again.John Barilaro survives no-confidence vote, refuses to guarantee he'll keep NSW coalition intact
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