Matt Kean rules himself out of contention to be the next leader of the NSW Liberal party

Widely touted frontrunner to replace Dominic Perrottet says he wants to spend more time with family

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Matt Kean has ruled out contesting the New South Wales Liberal leadership following the resignation of premier Dominic Perrottet from the top job.

Kean said the election result would enable him to spend more time with his family and he would continue to work hard for his electorate.