Littleproud Retains Leadership After Failed Nationals Spill

The challenge was initiated by Queensland-based federal MP Colin Boyce amid concerns about the rise of One Nation.
Littleproud Retains Leadership After Failed Nationals Spill
Leader of the National Party David Littleproud speaks to the media at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia on Jan. 19, 2026. Hilary Wardhaugh/Getty Images
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David Littleproud has survived a challenge and will continue as leader of the National Party after an attempted spill failed to attract the backing needed.

The challenge was initiated by Queensland-based federal MP Colin Boyce at the party room meeting on Feb. 3. However, the motion did not gain support from colleagues, preventing it from progressing to a ballot.

Naziya Alvi Rahman
Naziya Alvi Rahman
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Naziya Alvi Rahman is a Canberra-based journalist who covers political issues in Australia. She can be reached at [email protected].