Paul Toole faces likely challenge as NSW Nationals leader from Dugald Saunders
ABCPaul Toole may be challenged for the position of NSW Nationals leader tomorrow, when the party meets for the first time since last month's election, in which it failed to make any ground. Key points: Paul Toole has been leader of the NSW Nationals since 2021 The Nationals failed to gain any new seats at the recent state election Former agriculture minister Dugald Saunders looks set to challenge Mr Toole for the leadership role The ABC understands that former agriculture minister Dugald Saunders will nominate for the position when the party opens the ballot for leader. Party may vote to 'turn ship around' Coffs Harbour Nationals MP and party whip Gurmesh Singh said he was aware Mr Saunders was interested in the top job. He said the party would decide if Mr Toole's leadership should be reviewed now that the Nationals were in opposition.
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