3 independents were once nationals

The independent MPs who are likely to hold the balance of power - Rob Oakeshott, Tony Windsor, Bob Katter and possibly Andrew Wilkie - said they would side with whichever party can provide the most stable government.

Mr Oakeshott said that meant they would have to take into account the make-up of the Senate, in which the Australian Greens are expected to reign supreme.

Mr Oakeshott, Mr Windsor and Mr Katter were once Nationals.



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