Scott Morrison’s aim to commit the Coalition to net zero emissions by 2050 has taken a hit, and Michael McCormack’s leadership is once more subject to speculation, after the Nationals strengthened their resolve to oppose net zero.
In a move which stirred the speculation, Nationals MP and cabinet minister Keith Pitt all but ruled out the prospect of net zero on Thursday.
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Phillip Coorey is the political editor based in Canberra. He is a two-time winner of the Paul Lyneham award for press gallery excellence. Connect with Phillip on Facebook and Twitter. Email Phillip at pcoorey@afr.com
