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Coalition Promises 'Beautiful' Unity After Messy Splits
Matt Canavan's leadership marks a shift toward One Nation-aligned policies, risking coalition tensions and challenges in urban electorates, analysts say.
- Wednesday, Queensland senator Matt Canavan was elected Nationals leader, with Victorian MP Darren Chester elevated to deputy, transforming Canavan from backbench rebel to party leader.
- After nearly 12 months of upheaval, the leadership vacancy opened when David Littleproud, former Nationals leader, quit saying he was 'buggered' amid two Coalition splits and internal defections.
- Canavan's policy positions emphasise coal and climate scepticism; he supports new coal-fired power stations and aligns with One Nation on income splitting and quitting the Paris Agreement.
- Canavan's elevation threatens Liberal hopes in urban seats as polling shows One Nation gains and the Farrer by-election becomes a major test for the Coalition.
- Despite vows of unity, the Nationals' policy tilt raises doubts about Liberal support for quitting the Paris Agreement, risking further ruptures after two recent Coalition splits.
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Matt Canavan ascends to Nationals party leadership
The Nationals have elected a new leader, veteran senator Matt Canavan, who's declared he can win back the public appeal that One Nation has been eroding for the last year. He's been an outspoken member of the backbench since being demoted under David Littleproud, now seeking to craft a party and defend his political positions.
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Leaning Left7Leaning Right1Center1Last UpdatedBias Distribution78% Left
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