Full Story Back to Back Barries: Does Matt Canavan have a strategy to take on One Nation?
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Mar 13, 2026 A debate over whether Matt Canavan can outmaneuver One Nation and reshape the Nationals' direction. A tense look at the risk of a catastrophic result for the Coalition in the South Australia vote. Discussion of Australia’s quick involvement in the Iran conflict and the legal and political questions that raises. Local issues like fuel shortages and by-election dynamics also fuel the conversation.
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Nationals Could Pull Coalition Sharply Right
- The Nationals under Canavan may pivot the coalition right and strain relations with the Liberals.
- Tony Barry and Barrie note figures like Barnaby Joyce and Tony Abbott back a project to remake the Liberal Party to the right.
Sky Performance Might Not Translate To Canberra
- Canavan is persuasive on conservative platforms but may be a 'flat-track bully' who struggles under intense national scrutiny.
- Tony Barry cautions his Sky News strength may not translate to press pack and urban electorates.
Joyce's Immediate Reaction Reveals Internal Tension
- Barnaby Joyce quickly reacted to Canavan's elevation, claiming policy differences and noting Canavan nearly joined One Nation.
- Joyce's swift Sky appearance and comments signal ongoing factional competition within Nationals ranks.