MP comes out in maiden speech, blasts identity politics

A Liberal MP has come out publicly as gay in his inaugural speech to Victoria's parliament. (Con Chronis/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

A Victorian Liberal MP has used his inaugural speech to publicly come out as gay, in what is believed to be a first for the state's parliament.

Upper house MP Joe McCracken on Thursday reflected on his struggle with identity while paying tribute to his partner Jack.