Well-hung humiliation: Lambie apologises over 'package' remarks

Senator Jacqui Lambie has apologised for telling radio listeners she was looking for a rich man with a 'package between their legs'.

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Palmer United Party Senator Jacqui Lambie has apologised for comments describing her ideal man as rich with a "package between their legs".

“Of course my political enemies will make a big deal out of my comments, but the reality is I was talking with Kim and Dave on Heart FM - not Sarah Ferguson on the ABC,” she said.

“I also told Kim and Dave about the $3000 a year that the Palmer United Senate team saved average Australian families at the last sitting of Parliament, but of course those comments didn't receive nationwide coverage – go figure!'”

The 43-year-old also defended her comments on radio this morning, telling 3AW that she doesn't regret her statements.

"I'm getting some flak and I'll wear that," she said.

She also questioned the need for her to be more careful with her wording, asking listeners why she couldn't "act like a normal Aussie girl".

"I'm different to the majority of parliamentarians," she said.

Yesterday, the interview with a Tasmanian radio station went viral, after the Senator told listeners about her need for personal grooming as well as the qualities she looked for in a partner. 

"They must have heaps of cash and they must have a package between their legs," she said.

"I don't even need them to speak.”

The interview has gained infamy on social media, where Senator Lambie has faced allegations of sexism and double standards.

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