Nationals leader Matt Canavan has renewed calls for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to hold an early federal election following Labor’s proposed capital gains tax and negative gearing reforms. Canavan argued Australians deserve a fresh mandate on the changes, despite polling suggesting Pauline Hanson’s One Nation could significantly weaken Coalition support in several seats. Recent polling cited by News Corp reports indicates One Nation’s surge could threaten Liberal and National Party strongholds across regional Australia.
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Matt Canavan doubles down on early election demand despite One Nation threat
By 19News Editorial Team · Published 29 May 2026
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Nationals leader Matt Canavan has renewed calls for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to hold an early federal election following Labor’s proposed capital gains tax and negative gearing reforms. Canavan argued Australia...
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