The new leadership of Australia's Coalition government is steering the party towards a more right-wing stance, which could have serious implications for climate policy. Nationals leader Matt Canavan has been a vocal opponent of climate action, notably advocating for the removal of the net zero by 2050 target from the party's platform. The Coalition's current agenda emphasizes curbing immigration and promoting fossil fuel extraction while employing populist rhetoric that divides society into 'ordinary people' and 'corrupt elites'. This nationalist populism is reflected in the speeches of key figures like Canavan, who dismiss international climate commitments and argue against decarbonization, framing it as a threat to Australia's economic prosperity. The Coalition's alignment with these exclusionary nationalist sentiments raises concerns about the future of climate action in Australia, especially as they prepare for upcoming elections against parties like One Nation. This trend mirrors a global shift where the distinctions between conservative and radical-right parties are increasingly blurred, jeopardizing both national and international climate efforts.