LNP insiders’ bombshell: Reports Ros Bates will be axed
Insiders have dropped a pre-election bombshell on the LNP with claims Ros Bates will be axed from her portfolio, but David Crisafulli is firing back. VOTE IN OUR POLL
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‘Transphobia disguised as policy’: Division over LNP’s gender agenda
A resolution to ban puberty blockers for minors with gender dysphoria has been decried by a Young LNP member at the party’s state convention.
Editor’s view: Mr Crisafulli, don’t treat voters like dills
Despite appearances David Crisafulli shouldn’t, in fact, be too comforted by the UK election result, writes the editor.
Crisafulli denies LNP infighting after ‘big girl pants’ jab from own party
Opposition Leader David Crisafulli has responded after being openly criticised by a Federal LNP MP over differing nuclear views saying it is “healthy”.
Holy land: LNP eyes vacant church lots for 10k new homes
Faith leaders have welcomed an election commitment by the LNP to introduce a build-to-rent scheme aimed at using vacant church land for social housing.
‘Crisafulli’s pick’ to take on Housing Minister as election battle heats up
Former Sunrise reporter Bianca Stone has convincingly won an LNP preselection contest to run in Meaghan Scanlon’s Gold Coast seat, an electorate she says has been “ignored for too long”.
LNP approves state budget days before actually seeing it
Opposition Leader David Crisafulli will honour the government’s state budget to maintain “stability” if he becomes premier – despite not knowing what is contained in it.
‘Why culling thousands of public servants was the right call’
Former premier Campbell Newman says his decision to show thousands of public servants the door was the right call due to one key outcome.
‘Red hot crack’: Crisafulli denies he leads a party without policies
Crisafulli claims the LNP has done a “pretty reasonable job ” addressing major election issues, despite no detailed policy plan ahead of October.
Surely not even professional losers can lose the unlosable election … right?
The LNP should be on a clear path to victory, but what government does David Crisafulli want to lead, asks The Editor. TAKE OUR QUIZ
Time for David Crisafulli to step up – the campaign is on
We understand the political benefit of being a small target, but it is time the Opposition Leader started to lift the veil, writes the editor.
LNP’s civil war explodes as agitators dealt devastating blow
The LNP headquarters have been in the firing line amid a push from a former factional warlord turned lobbyist which sparked a boisterous branch meeting just months out from the election.
Crisafulli breaks silence on explosive internal LNP rift
Opposition Leader David Crisafulli says party fights cannot be his focus when Queenslanders wanted his attention to be on issues that mattered to them, like crime, housing, and cost of living.
‘Royal stuff up’: LNP’s Cross River Rail name change slammed
The LNP has pledged to rename Cross River Rail in a “fitting tribute” to the late Queen Elizabeth II if it wins government, but critics have slammed it as “nonsensical and confusing”.
LNP powerbroker weighs legal options as party brawl boils over
A one-time LNP factional warlord is weighing up a legal challenge after his push for a powerful role in the party was denied.
Battlelines drawn: Qld LNP in turmoil over factional conflict
The re-emergence of a one-time LNP factional war lord has caused an explosive rift within the Queensland LNP.
LNP at war as state HQ targeted in messy factional brawl
A turbulent week at Queensland LNP headquarters that included a 300-strong meeting and a protest vote against a key power player has resulted in a warning over integrity just months out from the state election.
Premier demands LNP go public on secret lobbyist meetings
Premier Steven Miles says he will ask the Integrity Commissioner Linda Waugh to investigate a loophole that allowed lobbyists to hold secret meetings with the LNP.
Newman ruffles LNP feathers, but he has a point
By taking the small-target strategy to the extreme, Queensland’s LNP is taking voters for mugs, writes Paul Williams.
‘Don’t deserve to win’: Newman’s brutal verdict on LNP
Former premier Campbell Newman says the LNP doesn’t “deserve to win” the October election as he takes aim at both Opposition Leader David Crisafulli and another senior MP.
Ghost of Newman and his mass sackings: What Crisafulli has planned for Qld’s public servants
Haunted by the ghost of Campbell Newman, a candid David Crisafulli has opened up on what he has planned for Qld’s public service and Director Generals if he leads the LNP to victory.
Generational change: Crisafulli makes LNP a female-friendly zone
David Crisafulli has fulfilled a promise to run female candidates in at least half of the most winnable seats the LNP is contesting.
Amanda Stoker preselected for Qld LNP seat
Former Senator Amanda Stoker has secured preselection in the safe LNP seat of Oodgeroo, setting her up for a run at the 2024 state election.
‘We’re the underdogs’: The candidate taking a second crack at D’Ath
The LNP has endorsed the same candidate to take on Attorney-General Yvette D’Ath who lost against her at the last election.
‘Can’t go on’: LNP hits Labor with home truths on youth crime
Opposition Leader David Crisafulli will use the LNP state conference to call out the government’s youth crime record.
He’s out: Rogue senator loses spot on ticket after marathon debate
Controversial senator Gerard Rennick has lost his position on the LNP ticket after a marathon preselection debate.
Stoker to vie for state seat as long-serving MP calls time
A long-serving state opposition MP will retire at the next election, paving the way for the political return of high-profile former senator Amanda Stoker.
Down to the wire – but underdog may crash LNP’s two-horse race
There are two frontrunners in the nailbiting preselection for the LNP in a Gold Coast by-election, but another breakout candidate can’t be dismissed.
‘Beyond disappointing’: Opposition leader slammed over ‘no’ Voice stance
Opposition leader David Crisafulli’s decision to not support the Voice to Parliament is “beyond disappointing”, the state government says. VOTE IN THE POLL
LNP selects teachers to run in vacant ALP wards at election
Two teachers will make a run for a pair of highly contested local government wards at next year’s council election, with Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner unveiling the fast-tracked preselections on Sunday.
Confirmed: Last minute entrant in battle for Fadden
A last minute nominee has confirmed their decision to enter the battle for LNP Fadden candidate with only hours to spare before nominations close.
PM launches blistering attack on outgoing Liberal National MP
Anthony Albanese has played down Labor’s chances of another miracle by-election on the Gold Coast after Liberal National MP Stuart Robert announced his departure from the seat of Fadden.
‘Never wished him any harm’: Crisafulli responds to Newman’s extraordinary attack
Opposition Leader David Crisafulli has resisted the urge to hit back at former party leader Campbell Newman following a searing attack, saying he won’t start wishing him harm.
Editorial: LNP must listen to Newman’s critique
In the next 16 months, youth crime will rear its ugly head again and will continue to be a point of debate in Queensland. The party that deals with it could win the election, writes The Editor.
‘Dysfunctional, hopeless, secretive’: Newman’s brutal LNP rally call
Campbell Newman has accused the LNP of not taking the fight to Labor and has warned the party is at risk of losing the next election with its current standing in the polls.
‘Now open’: LNP already looking for Stuart Robert replacement
The state LNP is quickly trying to replace controversial former frontbencher Stuart Robert, with preselection opening minutes after he revealed his retirement plans.
‘Failing to deliver’: Opposition’s push for more women statues
The LNP is calling on the government to follow through with its promise to create more statues honouring women. VOTE IN THE POLL
Party of Menzies? Maybe Liberals need a new line
The Liberal party has been flailing around since being turfed out under Scott Morrison, struggling to figure out which electorates it is supposed to be winning back. It’s time for them to focus on what’s important to the majority of the population.
Crisafulli won’t reveal position on Voice to Parliament
Queensland Opposition Leader David Crisafulli has refused to reveal his position on the Indigenous Voice to parliament. It comes as a poll reveals Queensland is the only state without majority support for the plan.
Labor claim: Two words that reveal Crisafulli ‘women problem’
The LNP has rallied to defend Opposition Leader David Crisafulli over allegations of a woman problem for a comment he made while introducing his party’s three new female candidates.
Nationals’ unicorn-covered vape plan will get next gen hooked
If the Nationals have sold their political soul for vape dollars, they’ve even done that cheap, writes Samantha Maiden. Should vape laws align with cigarette laws? Have your say.
Nationals admit flawed legislation boosted vape black market
Vaping reforms pushed through by the Morrison government “exposed children” to a growing e-cigarette black market, Nationals leader David Littleproud has conceded.
Liberals too scared to fight for their principles
Victorian Liberals have become a spectacular example of why pandering to global warming alarmists and woke causes doesn’t work.
Premier taunts Fiona Simpson: ‘Never has, never will’
As Queensland’s longest-serving MP marks three decades in Parliament, she has had to contend with put-downs from the Premier. VOTE IN OUR POLL
‘Rare’ opportunity: Folo’s new role with Nationals
Queensland LNP’s state director Lincoln Folo has been appointed as the new federal director of the Nationals.
‘Talks a big game but no action’: LNP blasted over female numbers
Government minister Meaghan Scanlon has taken aim at Opposition Leader David Crisafulli for failing to back female quotas for Parliament, saying it was “no wonder” the LNP had a “problem with women”.
‘Everything on the line’: Crisafulli’s crusade for 7 LNP women
LNP leader David Crisafulli says he is putting “everything on the line” as he outlined his plan to boost the diversity of his party room.
‘Let members debate’: LNP leader gives sensitive issue the swerve
Ahead of this weekend’s LNP state convention, Opposition Leader David Crisafulli has refused to be drawn on a hot-button issue.
Federal LNP’s challenge to state counterparts on royalties hike
The Queensland LNP did not challenge the State Budget with its mining royalties hike. Now the party’s federal MPs are laying down a challenge.
‘A little bit stuck’: Springborg’s LNP pledge ahead of next election
With female voters leaving in droves and the Greens defeating two MPs in the federal election, Queensland’s LNP needs to avoid “absolutism” if it is to win in 2024, its president warns.
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