Barnaby Joyce's return puts Scott Morrison in an awkward position
3 years, 9 months ago

Barnaby Joyce's return puts Scott Morrison in an awkward position

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Parliaments rarely rise to their feet to offer a round of applause. Dumped Nationals leader Michael McCormack, who remained the nation's deputy prime minister until his predecessor-cum-successor Barnaby Joyce was sworn in on Tuesday, had the unenviable task of having been sacked by his party only to have to sit in the Prime Minister's chair come Question Time. Barnaby Joyce will return to the nation's second highest office, marking a political comeback three years after losing the deputy prime ministership to scandal. Women raise concerns at Joyce's return Barnaby Joyce went to the backbench three years before a cultural reckoning would engulf the federal parliament about the treatment of women. Though one woman looks likely to be a winner from Joyce's return — his former deputy Bridget McKenzie, who has had a complicated relationship with the new leader.

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Barnaby Joyce LOSES leadership of the Nationals to David Littleproud
2 years, 10 months ago

Barnaby Joyce LOSES leadership of the Nationals to David Littleproud

Daily Mail  

Barnaby Joyce has lost leadership of the Nationals to his deputy David Littleproud. Barnaby Joyce has lost leadership of the Nationals to his former deputy David Littleproud David Littleproud challenged Mr Joyce for Nationals leadership Speaking after the ballot, former agriculture minister Mr Littleproud said: 'This is the proudest day of my professional life.' Newly elected Nationals Senate Leader Bridget …

Darren Chester to challenge Barnaby Joyce for Nationals leadership, but plays down chances
2 years, 10 months ago

Darren Chester to challenge Barnaby Joyce for Nationals leadership, but plays down chances

ABC  

The Victorian Nationals MP Darren Chester will challenge Barnaby Joyce for the party's leadership at a meeting to be held on Monday. Key points: Victorian Nationals MP Darren Chester concedes he is unlikely to win the party's leadership at a meeting on Monday The Nationals held all their seats at the election, but Mr Chester says "extreme" comments from some …

Barnaby Joyce's leadership of Nationals hangs in the balance, as deputy David Littleproud circles
2 years, 10 months ago

Barnaby Joyce's leadership of Nationals hangs in the balance, as deputy David Littleproud circles

ABC  

Barnaby Joyce's grip on the Nationals leadership could be slipping, as colleagues encourage his deputy David Littleproud to mount a challenge when the party meets in Canberra as soon as Monday. Key points: David Littleproud is yet to declare whether he will contest the Nationals leadership Party colleagues are divided on the need for a change Mr Joyce still has …

Michael McCormack says Coalition election result would have been better if he, not Barnaby Joyce, led Nationals
2 years, 10 months ago

Michael McCormack says Coalition election result would have been better if he, not Barnaby Joyce, led Nationals

ABC  

Former deputy prime minister Michael McCormack has said the Coalition would have performed better in the federal election if he was the leader of the National party. Key points: Michael McCormack says the election would have been closer if he was Nationals leader The Coalition is greatly diminished after the latest results, but the Nationals are unlikely to lose a …

Barnaby Joyce praises Scott Morrison after he called him a liar in leaked texts
3 years, 1 month ago

Barnaby Joyce praises Scott Morrison after he called him a liar in leaked texts

Daily Mail  

Barnaby Joyce has publicly praised Scott Morrison as 'competent' and 'the better choice' after texts were leaked showing he called the Prime Minister a 'hypocrite and a liar'. The Deputy Prime Minister sent the damning texts to former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins in March last year after the PM claimed he did not know about her rape allegation before she …

Barnaby Joyce's text describing Scott Morrison as a 'liar' is the least of the PM's problems
3 years, 1 month ago

Barnaby Joyce's text describing Scott Morrison as a 'liar' is the least of the PM's problems

ABC  

Scott Morrison's biggest enemy isn't the cohort of colleagues who don't like him, it's that some of those who do like him have a gnawing sense the jig is up. One Cabinet minister insists Morrison's frontbench is "rock solid behind the PM", blaming the summer of discontent for the government's current woes, saying Australians' hopes for 2022 have been dashed …

Barnaby Joyce's second coming has ruffled feathers — and thrown the government into chaos
3 years, 9 months ago

Barnaby Joyce's second coming has ruffled feathers — and thrown the government into chaos

ABC  

Immediately after wresting back the Nationals' leadership, the best justification Barnaby Joyce could give for his long-fought campaign was that he had a "different suite of attributes" to Michael McCormack. So, for all the talk of Joyce being Australia's greatest "retail politician", those facing re-election in the most difficult seats felt otherwise. Five quick questions about Barnaby Joyce's return Photo …

For better or worse, regional Queenslanders see Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce as an agitator
3 years, 9 months ago

For better or worse, regional Queenslanders see Nationals leader Barnaby Joyce as an agitator

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The political saying "disunity is death" may not apply to the new-look Nationals vying for regional Queensland's votes. Key points: A political analyst says Barnaby Joyce taps into "bush populism" Some regional Queensland voters are pleased with his return to Nationals leadership However, his previous affair and other troubles have tarnished his image among some conservatives National Party senators and …

Barnaby Joyce sworn back in to Nationals leadership by Governor-General David Hurley
3 years, 9 months ago

Barnaby Joyce sworn back in to Nationals leadership by Governor-General David Hurley

ABC  

Barnaby Joyce has returned as Australia's Deputy Prime Minister, after being sworn into the role as well as Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development this morning. Key points: Barnaby Joyce defeated former Nationals leader Michael McCormack in a party room ballot on Monday Mr Joyce was sworn in at a ceremony at Government House on Tuesday Prime Minister Scott Morrison …

Barnaby Joyce must 'rebuild trust' after Nationals leadership spill, WA leader Mia Davies says
3 years, 9 months ago

Barnaby Joyce must 'rebuild trust' after Nationals leadership spill, WA leader Mia Davies says

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West Australian Nationals leader Mia Davies says it is disappointing there has been a leadership change at the party's federal level and it is up to Barnaby Joyce to rebuild trust. Key points: Mia Davies was one of the first to call for Mr Joyce's resignation in 2018 She says the leadership change is "destablising" for the party She believes …

Nationals leadership stoush to steal focus from bushfire victims on first day of Parliament
5 years, 1 month ago

Nationals leadership stoush to steal focus from bushfire victims on first day of Parliament

ABC  

Federal Parliament will today be dedicated to offering condolences to bushfire victims, but that gesture will be pockmarked by another Coalition leadership spill, again in the National party. Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack's future is uncertain, as Barnaby Joyce prepares for an attempt to wrestle the leadership and regain his Akubra-style crown. Several Nationals have consistently argued, off the record, …

Matt Canavan offers Cabinet resignation, throws support behind Barnaby Joyce for Nationals leadership
5 years, 1 month ago

Matt Canavan offers Cabinet resignation, throws support behind Barnaby Joyce for Nationals leadership

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The political future of Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack hangs in the balance amid an insurgent push to reinstate Barnaby Joyce into the Nationals leadership. Key points: Matt Canavan quits the frontbench to back Barnaby Joyce's bid to return to the party leadership Mr Joyce has confirmed he would challenge incumbent Michael McCormack on Tuesday The party meeting was originally …

As the door closes on Bridget McKenzie, Michael McCormack faces his own battle — unity
5 years, 1 month ago

As the door closes on Bridget McKenzie, Michael McCormack faces his own battle — unity

ABC  

Bridget McKenzie's resignation is the latest mess in a string for the Nationals over the past few years, and the biggest test now is whether the party can clean itself up and unite. A lot of the division within the party stems back to former leader Barnaby Joyce's captain's picks. Michael McCormack took over as leader but has failed to …

Barnaby Joyce wants a ban on politicians hiring family lifted
6 years, 3 months ago

Barnaby Joyce wants a ban on politicians hiring family lifted

Daily Mail  

Barnaby Joyce has called for the ban on politicians hiring family members to work for them to be lifted. Mr Joyce resigned as deputy prime minister and leader of the Nationals after details of his affair with his former press secretary Vikki Campion were revealed. Former Deputy Prime Minister Joyce was demoted to the backbench after details of his affair …

Barnaby Joyce is 'set to call a leadership spill'
6 years, 5 months ago

Barnaby Joyce is 'set to call a leadership spill'

Daily Mail  

Rumours are swirling that Barnaby Joyce may call for a National party leadership spill before Christmas. Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack has attempted to unite the National Party's strong divide since Scott Morrison took office on August 24. Rumours are circling that Barnaby Joyce may call for a National party leadership spill before Christmas 'The room has completely blown up …

Michael McCormack appointed as new Aussie deputy prime minister, to retain portfolios held by Barnaby Joyce
7 years, 1 month ago

Michael McCormack appointed as new Aussie deputy prime minister, to retain portfolios held by Barnaby Joyce

Firstpost  

Michael McCormack of Nationals party was appointed as the deputy prime minister on Monday after his predecessor quit over a sexual harassment allegation Canberra: A new Australian deputy prime minister was appointed on Monday after his predecessor quit over a sexual harassment allegation. The junior coalition partner’s former leader Barnaby Joyce resigned Friday as both party leader and a Cabinet …

Australia deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce quits Cabinet over harassment claim, will not resign from Parliament
7 years, 1 month ago

Australia deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce quits Cabinet over harassment claim, will not resign from Parliament

Firstpost  

Australia’s deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce resigned on Friday from the Cabinet after allegations emerged that he sexually harassed a woman Just over a week after withstanding a parliamentary vote calling for his firing, Australia’s deputy prime minister Barnaby Joyce resigned on Friday from the Cabinet over allegations that he sexually harassed a woman. Joyce had then hit back, describing …

Malcolm Turnbull bats off Barnaby Joyce questions in Washington DC as Nationals vie for leadership
7 years, 1 month ago

Malcolm Turnbull bats off Barnaby Joyce questions in Washington DC as Nationals vie for leadership

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Turmoil inside the National Party has followed Malcolm Turnbull to Washington DC, where the Prime Minister has said it is up to the Nationals to decide whether Barnaby Joyce keeps his job. Key points: PM questioned about Barnaby Joyce at media conference in Washington DC Maintains leadership position is a matter for the Nationals to decide Meanwhile, junior Nats minister …

Barnaby Joyce's public scolding from Malcolm Turnbull exposes uncomfortable rift
7 years, 1 month ago

Barnaby Joyce's public scolding from Malcolm Turnbull exposes uncomfortable rift

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An uncomfortable gulf has been exposed between the Prime Minister and his deputy, after Malcolm Turnbull delivered a scathing dressing down in which he refused to endorse Barnaby Joyce and told him to consider his position. Key points: Barnaby Joyce has taken personal leave He will not act in the Prime Minister's role while Malcolm Turnbull travels to the US …

Barnaby Joyce survives another day as Nationals leader and Deputy PM despite pressure to quit
7 years, 1 month ago

Barnaby Joyce survives another day as Nationals leader and Deputy PM despite pressure to quit

ABC  

Barnaby Joyce has survived a bid by some of his own MPs to force him to quit the National Party leadership. Key points: Nationals deputy says Joyce has party's full support Labor targets Joyce in Question Time over living arrangements Joyce says he did not have to say who gave him rent-free house Nationals MPs are split, with a small …

Barnaby Joyce's political future unknown as the National Party continues discussions
7 years, 1 month ago

Barnaby Joyce's political future unknown as the National Party continues discussions

ABC  

Nationals MPs remain uncertain on how to deal with Barnaby Joyce's political future, as one warns the situation is "playing very, very poorly". Key points: No National Party delegation has yet been to see Barnaby Joyce The party is not clear on how to deal with Mr Joyce Some feel Mr Joyce is still the best qualified to lead the …

The Barnaby Joyce affair - Timeline
7 years, 1 month ago

The Barnaby Joyce affair - Timeline

Daily Mail  

2016 May - Vikki Campion assists Barnaby Joyce's election campaign as media adviser, having previously worked with NSW government ministers and News Corp August - Campion joins Joyce's staff. Natalie and Barnaby seek to make marriage work May - At New South Wales Nationals conference in Broken Hill colleagues describe Joyce as 'a mess' June - Natalie and Barnaby show …

Barnaby Joyce slides back into Parliament to help Malcolm Turnbull restore Government's control
7 years, 3 months ago

Barnaby Joyce slides back into Parliament to help Malcolm Turnbull restore Government's control

ABC  

Barnaby Joyce has been resurrected from the political ashes, sweeping back into Parliament and restoring the Government's working majority in the Lower House. Key points: With John Alexander's resignation, the Government was two MPs down Coalition vulnerable to alliance of Labor, crossbench and rogue Nationals Mr Joyce's New England win a boost to Government morale, numbers In an eerie synchronicity, …

Barnaby Joyce casts his vote in New England by-election
7 years, 4 months ago

Barnaby Joyce casts his vote in New England by-election

Daily Mail  

Barnaby Joyce, alongside his parents, has cast his vote in the New England by-election at his old primary school in the region's rural heartland. Barnaby Joyce has returned to the New England electorate to cast his vote in the by-election Barnaby Joyce greets his mother Marie Joyce as she arrives to vote at Woolbrook Primary Mr Joyce arrives at his …

Barnaby Joyce takes a walk with his wife and three of his daughters in Sydney
8 years, 8 months ago

Barnaby Joyce takes a walk with his wife and three of his daughters in Sydney

Daily Mail  

Barnaby Joyce was happy to hide in the background as three of his four daughters stole the spotlight during a family walk through the streets of Sydney on Wednesday. But with business out of the way, Joyce was happy to spend time with the women in his life, before heading to the Royal Oak Bistro for a cool beverage - …

PM Barnaby Joyce in shorts, shirt and slip-ons for shopping trip to Bunnings goes viral
9 years, 1 month ago

PM Barnaby Joyce in shorts, shirt and slip-ons for shopping trip to Bunnings goes viral

Daily Mail  

New Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce has laughed off an unflattering photo of himself taken outside a hardware store over Christmas. Joyce, pictured in Parliament House, replaced Warren Truss as leader of the Nationals Party and Deputy Prime Minister this week The picture of Mr Joyce outside Bunnings went viral earlier this week, after he was promoted to Deputy Prime …

Joyce to take seat on Abbott's frontbench
15 years, 3 months ago

Joyce to take seat on Abbott's frontbench

ABC  

Nationals Senator Barnaby Joyce says he has accepted a job on the frontbench of the Federal Opposition. This morning Mr Abbott has gone on the offensive over climate change, challenging Prime Minister Kevin Rudd to publicly debate the contentious issue. "This big emissions tax, it's going to be not just for this year or next year, it's going to be …

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