The Nationals seek to rejoin the Coalition before the election, pending removal of three defectors from the front bench.

The Nationals remain confident they will rejoin the Coalition before the upcoming election, with Opposition Leader Sussan Ley reportedly telling leader David Littleproud a deal could be finalized within days. A key condition is the removal of three former Nationals shadow ministers who previously crossed the floor, requiring them to be barred from the front bench for six months. The Nationals held a party room meeting, but Littleproud provided limited details, maintaining a cautious stance on timing and terms.