Polling results suggest the ousting of Michael McCormack in favour of Joyce could hurt the Coalition
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Michelle Grattan discusses the political week that was with Professor Paddy Nixon.
Australia’s new Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce, climate policy and UNESCO
Michelle Grattan discusses politics with politics + society editor, Amanda Dunn
One central reason why the Nationals have installed Barnaby Joyce, with all the risks and baggage he carries, is because they want someone who’ll stand up to Scott Morrison, writes Michelle Grattan
Barnaby Joyce is back as Nationals leader, three years since his reluctant resignation.
The Nationals are in fresh chaos, with Michael McCormack’s leadership under intense pressure, as the parliament begins its last week before the winter recess.
Acting Prime Minister Michael McCormack on “net-zero 2050” and coal
Michelle Grattan discusses coal, the nationals, and China with Acting Prime Minister Michael McCormack
the Biloela Tamil family, G7 and the upcoming parliamentary fortnight
Michelle Grattan discusses politics with politics + society editor, Amanda Dunn
Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack will have to navigate a slippery path when the Nationals begin discussing Scott Morrison’s evident desire to embrace a 2050 net-zero emissions target.
The funeral of former national party leader, Doug Anthony, may prompt introspection for many members of the fragmented national party.
There is evidence Trumpist methodology has already been adopted by Australia’s political right.
Michael McCormack used a phrase that reveals prejudice during his stint as acting Prime Minister.
John Barilaro has commenced a stoush with Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack in an extraordinarily bitter attack.
There’s little transparency or clarity about how much water states are allocated. This failure in communication and leadership across such a vital system must change.
Michelle Grattan talks with Deputy Vice Chancellor Geoff Crisp about the week in politics, including the “sports rorts” affair, the future of Michael McCormack and the corona virus travel ban.
The Nationals face the “wicked problem” of how to subvert the uncertain fortnight behind them, with the possibility of further leadership spills constantly looming.
The Nationals would do well to remember they have been able to wield considerable influence in Australian politics, thanks in large part to stable leadership maintaining harmony in the Coalition.
Addressing Tuesday’s Coalition party room, Morrison called for unity, reminding members they were not there as a team, and declaring the government had a “contract” with the Australian people.
Michael McCormack moves on from his near-death experience
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On this podcast, the Nationals leader defends his new frontbench line up against criticism it's short on women, mounts a strong pitch in favour of coal, and rejects claims that he's a weak leader.
Scott Morrison dodged a bullet when the Nationals clung on to Michael McCormack. There was palpable relief when the news came through to the Liberals. “We still have a Coalition,” one MP was heard to say…
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