Nationals leader Matt Canavan has announced plans to transition to the lower house at the next federal election, setting up a high-profile regional contest in Queensland. The shift comes following the decision by retiring MP Michelle Landry not to recontest her seat of Capricornia.
Canavan's move into the lower house electorate could result in a direct political showdown with James Ashby, the national director of One Nation. The potential matchup highlights an intensifying battle for regional Queensland seats as minor parties and coalitions vie for influence ahead of the upcoming national poll.
