The Latest Breaking News from National Party

Sam Uffindell was lucky to avoid NZ’s criminal justice system as a schoolboy – but it was the right outcome

However you look at it, the National Party has selected someone who once committed an act of criminal violence to represent the Tauranga electorate in parliament.

The Conversation · Aug 11, 2022

New Zealand MP stood down after fresh bullying claims from female former flatmate

National party to launch independent investigation into Sam Uffindell, who has denied fresh allegations of intimidating behaviour

The Guardian - AU · Aug 10, 2022

Nationals MP Vince Catania hands in resignation for WA seat of North West Central

Nationals MP Vince Catania's departure in the seat of North West Central officially triggers the process of holding a by-election — leaving both sides of the Liberal-National Alliance to compete for votes.

ABC News · Aug 8, 2022

The Nationals suddenly find themselves with a new leader and in opposition. So where to now?

Barnaby Joyce, old-style populist and controversy magnet, has gone from the Nationals leadership. In his place is Queenslander David Littleproud, a move that indicates a desire for at least the appearance of change in the party.

The Conversation · Jun 10, 2022

With diesel $2 a litre and a new leader, the Nationals could pivot on climate to focus on energy independence

You might look at the recent election result and conclude it was a reasonable one for the National Party. Its MPs held their seats despite several swings against them, and gained strength within the Coalition, after the Liberal Party suffered major losses.

The Conversation · Jun 1, 2022

Michael Pascoe: Time to chill about the election – we’re only regaining balance

For the reasonable among those whose first preference was for the Coalition, relax – Australia is doing its regular rebalancing act around the centre.

The New Daily · May 31, 2022

David Littleproud becomes new National Party leader, as the once junior coalition partner flexes its muscles

David Littleproud becomes leader of the National Party and, while not facing the same existential crisis as the Liberals, has to find the right way to lead a party at its own crossroads.

ABC News · May 30, 2022

The moment Barnaby Joyce started losing his grip on leadership

As David Littleproud realised a long-cherished dream of becoming Nationals leader, Barnaby Joyce showed philosophy takes you only so far.

The New Daily · May 30, 2022

Liberal, National parties set to decide leadership positions following federal election loss

The Coalition parties will today vote on who should lead them in the wake of the election. The Liberals' meeting appears set to be a simple one, but the Nationals will have a three-way contest.

ABC News · May 29, 2022

Has the National Party forever lost its historic homeland in Richmond? Larry Anthony fears it has

Ageing supporters and a major shift in voter demographics have led to a collapse in support for the party that ruled for generations in this northern NSW electorate.

ABC News · May 25, 2022