Finding the balance between net zero and a strong economy
There are ways we can lead the world in carbon storage and emission abatement without damaging the budget bottomline.
The Nationals
Hyperventilating our way to the greenhouse talkfest
I am mystified by this new-found hope in hydrogen for a carbon-free energy future.
Sign here for a lifetime supply of renewable rhetoric
As the PM tries to sell us the virtues of unproven technologies, the opposition remains trapped in a technology time warp.
Nats stall: from climate heroes to net zeros
A crucial Nationals partyroom meeting will determine whether the Coalition will fracture over Scott Morrison’s net zero plan.
Coalition needs to consider all options on road to net zero
Scott Morrison must stand firm and deliver a pragmatic road map to lowering emissions that does not damage the economy.
Barilaro backed in federal arena
Barnaby Joyce is among Nationals MPs who say they would back John Barilaro running for a seat in federal parliament at the next election.
Taking the big smoke to the bush
Bridget McKenzie will develop a population policy to encourage businesses and families to regional Australia.
Newman’s own-goal for the conservatives
Campbell Newman’s decision to run against not only his old party but also one of the LNP’s most promising young politicians has consequences.
It’s time to move ahead on climate challenges – or get out of the way
Advice to Barnaby; concerns about the ‘sun tax’; and a memo to the Treasurer about national debt. Our readers have their say.
How Barnaby can help transform Australia
Not since ‘Black Jack’ McEwen has a National Party leader had the opportunity to undertake a national transformation.
Vic Nationals sought a split over Barnaby
The party’s Victorian leader and deputy have moved to disaffiliate from its federal counterpart after Barnaby Joyce regained the top job.
Joyce’s cabinet reshuffle all about revenge
Barnaby Joyce used his re-elevation to the Nationals leadership to reward supporters and punish detractors.
Why the return of the ‘wacky clown’ petrifies Labor
Barnaby Joyce is not unintelligent. His preparedness to campaign against political correctness and Chinese influence make him an election wildcard.
Barnaby’s detractors blinded by disdain
Turnbull may despise Joyce, but he saved the Coalition in 2016. And he’ll be a campaign asset for Scott Morrison.
Morrison didn’t allow space for McCormack to shine
The smarter Liberal leaders usually found ways to give National Party leaders a few wins. This PM never got the hang of it.
Joyce will help restore law of Made in Australia
The return of Barnaby Joyce as Deputy Prime Minister restores a strong advocate for economic nationalism.
Populist Joyce typical of centre-right crisis
Barnaby Joyce is our version of Boris Johnson and Donald Trump, but he might do some good yet.
Coalition unease as Nationals’ policies diverge
The Nationals have blindsided the Liberals by proposing major reforms to the Murray Darling Basin Plan.
One fish two-step is a sight to behold
Barnaby Joyce made a spectacle of himself in question time on Wednesday with a new pair of glasses with fashionable thick black frames somewhat reminiscent of a young Jacques Chirac.
Labor pains fail to leave Barnaby red-faced
Paul Keating knew when to ‘throw the switch to Vaudeville’ in Parliament. Barnaby Joyce knows when to turn it off.
Original URL: https://www.theaustralian.com.au/topics/the-nationals/page/35