Palmer bemoans 'boring' campaign, starves major parties

Clive Palmer says the election campaign is boring because both major parties have the same policies. (Hillary Wardhaugh/AAP PHOTOS)

Clive Palmer has taken a shot at the coalition as his Trumpet of Patriots party aims to use its preferences to make an impact at the election.

Mr Palmer said the coalition would be preferenced last in seats held by the opposition, while Labor would also be at the bottom of the ballot for seats it holds.