As the second oldest political party in Australia, The Nationals will be celebrating its Centenary on 22 January 2020. To acknowledge and celebrate our 100 year milestone in Australian politics, this is a unique opportunity to recognise and reflect on the great history of Australian democracy. We invite you to join us on Friday 13…
Federal Nationals Leader Michael McCormack and Nationals Party President Larry Anthony today acknowledge the significant role of Federal Party Director Ben Hindmarsh, following his decision not to renew his contract next year. Mr McCormack acknowledged Mr Hindmarsh’s invaluable contribution to The Nationals in this vital role, including driving important internal reforms and overseeing the Party’s…
Drought-hit farmers, small businesses and rural towns are set for an immediate cash injection to keep stock fed and watered, keep businesses open, keep locals in work and pump funds into local economies. The Prime Minister said the Coalition Government’s next step of measures to combat the drought’s impact was ready to flow. “We are…
The Nationals Federal Parliamentary team is committed to building a safer, stronger, more prosperous and sustainable regional Australia. As the only political party 100% focused on the needs, hopes and aspirations of regional people, we are determined to deliver for people who live outside our capital cities. Friday’s meeting in Nagambie, Victoria, focused on the…
Our Government continues to stand with our drought-affected farmers and regional communities. It’s not a set-and-forget response. We continue to listen to farmers and communities affected and will continue to respond. Our National Drought Response Plan has three parts: 1. HELPING THOSE AFFECTED RIGHT NOW First, and most immediately, we’re helping farmers and graziers who…
100 days since the federal election We’re getting on with the job and delivering on our plan. This includes delivering tax relief for 10 million Australians. We believe you should keep more of what you earn. We’ve delivered practical help for our drought-affected farmers. We’ve taken action to lower electricity, child care and medical costs.…
Statement on the Hon Tim Fischer AC The Nationals family and our nation have today lost a truly great Australian with the very sad passing of the Hon Tim Fischer AC. Tim Fischer was a soldier, a farmer, a politician, a leader, an ambassador, an author, a husband, a father and above all a person…
The Liberal and Nationals Government believes that all Australians should be able to aspire to own their own home. For most individuals and families, their home is the largest and most important asset they will own. We understand that home owners work hard, and make sacrifices, in order to pay their mortgage. And we understand…
Every Australian child, no matter where they live, should have access to a world-class education. The Liberal and Nationals Government has secured the funding and reforms necessary to ensure all Australian students can reach their potential – from early education, through school to vocational education and university. We are doing this by: • Delivering more…
To keep Australians safe and secure, we need to keep our economy strong. The Liberal National Government’s economic management underpins the investments needed to protect our borders and keep Australians safe. We will not compromise our three proven border protection policies which have stopped the boats: regional processing, turn-backs where it is safe to do…