Australia news live: Tony Abbott praises Liberal party’s new top strategist as party tries to rebuild campaign machine

By Josh Taylor · The Guardian World

Lincoln Folo has been tasked with helping rebuild after two federal election defeats. Follow live Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Liberals appoint new top strategist The Nationals party director, Lincoln Folo , has been appointed the Liberals’ new top strategist, tasked with helping to rebuild its campaign machine after two thumping federal election defeats. Lincoln brings extensive experience in political campaigning, organisational leadership and party administration. He has earned a strong reputation as a capable and effective operator, committed to the values and principles that have long underpinned our party. Continue reading...