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Matt Canavan elected new Nationals leader and calls for ‘more Australian babies, more Australian everything’

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Dan Jervis-Bardy and Tom McIlroyMarch 11, 2026 at 03:51 AM
Matt Canavan elected new Nationals leader and calls for ‘more Australian babies, more Australian everything’
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Matt Canavan was elected as the new leader of the Nationals party on Wednesday, replacing David Littleproud who unexpectedly resigned on Tuesday. The Queensland senator won a party room vote against Kevin Hogan and Bridget McKenzie. Canavan, a right-wing politician, stated his vision for "more Australian everything," including population growth, agricultural production, and fossil fuel use. The leadership change occurred after Littleproud's surprise announcement that he would step down from the role. The Nationals party is now under Canavan's leadership, with a focus on promoting Australian interests and development.

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Key Player Opposition Context
Kevin Hogan 50% Bridget McKenzie 50% Queensland ×260% David Littleproud ×270% Nationals ×280% Australia ×280% Matt Canavan ×290%

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nationals leader 100% matt canavan 90% leadership election 80% australian babies 70% australian everything 70% david littleproud 60% party politics 50% fossil fuels 40%

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The Guardian - World News
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Center-Left (-0.40)
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85%

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