This week, The Conversation followed Nick Xenophon to his home state of South Australia, where the party formed in his name looks set to be the big winnner at this election. University of Canberra acting vice-chancellor Frances Shannon and Michelle Grattan discuss his rosy prospects and what they might mean for the new parliament.
VIDEO: Michelle Grattan on the Nick Xenophon Team
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Michelle Grattan does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
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