The Coalition partners need each other to regain power – but their breakup may do the Liberal party some good

The split from the Nationals may help the Liberals work out who they are after a crushing election defeatAustralia news live: latest politics updatesFull federal election results: live Australian Senate seat countSee our full coverage of the Australian electionGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIt actually happened.The Liberals and Nationals are breaking up, ending a decades-long partnership of political convenience that has been necessary for conservatives to hold power. Continue reading...

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