The Latest Breaking News from Matt Canavan

Door opens for Nationals leader's lower house move

Capricornia MP Michelle Landry has announced she will step aside at the next election, citing "enormous travel" and a wish to spend more time with her family.

AAP · Oct 23

Michelle Landry announces retirement, opening path for Matt Canavan to switch to lower house

The path has opened for Nationals leader Matt Canavan to move to the House of Representatives by contesting the Queensland seat of Capricornia at the 2028 election.

The Conversation · Oct 23

Blockbuster trade deal on rocks as parties trade fire

Australia has been urged not to miss out on a potential windfall by letting a free trade deal with Europe fail, but it now faces stiffer opposition.

AAP · Oct 18

What a croc: 2032 rowing report slammed as 'fake news'

A UK report on a regional river selected to host 2032 rowing events has been slammed as fake news amid accusations it used incorrect crocodile footage.

AAP · Sep 21

After the EU’s offer to Canada, could Australia also embrace a ‘Eurovision’?

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s bold move to have Canada join the European Union (EU) as an “associate member” has led to discussion of Australia following in Canada’s footsteps. After all, Australia has been represented in the Eurovision song contest since 2015, so why not join the EU?

The Conversation · Sep 20

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Matt Canavan on why One Nation is ‘not really compatible’ as a Coalition partner

With less than two years to go before the next federal election, Nationals leader Matt Canavan knows his time in Parliament could be running out, with polling showing his Senate seat representing Queensland may be under threat.

The Conversation · Sep 17

Labor floats idea to let AI use artists' work for free

AI companies could have free rein over content without paying creators if they strike deals with enough rights holders, a leaked options paper has revealed.

AAP · Sep 15

Andrew Hastie knew taking on Pauline Hanson would cost him. Liberals are divided over the price of following suit

While supporters and rivals of Hastie back his stance on One Nation, some are asking why the party isn’t doing more

The Guardian - AU · Sep 11

Trump administration to confront Australia over Labor’s social media algorithm plan

White House warns trading partners against ‘imposing digital services taxes, fines, and other forms of extortion’ on US tech sector

The Guardian - AU · Sep 9

MPs slam major leader over 'feminised' education claim

Politicians are lining up to condemn claims feminised education is fuelling misogyny, arguing schools should teach boys respect and healthy relationships.

AAP · Sep 7