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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Maroosha Muzaffar

Australia’s main opposition political coalition splits after election loss

Australia's National Party split from the Liberal Party, its conservative coalition partner of over 60 years, citing key policy differences after a resounding loss at a national election this month.

Nationals leader David Littleproud said it was “time to have a break” while Liberal leader Sussan Ley expressed disappointment. “We will not be re-entering a coalition agreement with the Liberal Party after this election,” Mr Littleproud said, citing policy differences.

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