Australia's conservative opposition coalition has reunited after a brief split sparked by disagreements over new hate speech laws introduced following the Bondi Beach mass shooting. The National Party had previously severed ties with the Liberal Party after the latter supported the government's legislation, which was opposed by some National Party senators. Leaders from both parties announced their renewed partnership in Canberra, emphasizing a focus on the future despite recent tensions. The coalition faces growing competition from populist parties and is seeking to rebuild after significant losses in the last federal election.