Sussan Ley won't remark on 'good senator' Henderson's jab — as it happened

Sussan Ley declines to comment on party tensions

Opposition Leader Sussan Ley declined to respond to remarks by Liberal senator Sarah Henderson, who suggested that the Liberal leader was losing backing within the party room. Ley wrapped up her press conference at the Hyatt Hotel in Canberra earlier today.

Sarah Henderson declared that the Liberal Party leader was losing support among her colleagues.

Asked how she intends to bridge divides across her party and unite its members, Ley said she will share more details after next Wednesday's meeting on net zero policies.

ABC coverage summary

Today's live blog concluded with updates from the federal political scene. Although the day turned out busier than expected, ABC News will return next week with more coverage at the same time and place.

Viewers can revisit today's political developments below or follow future updates through the ABC News app and notification service.

Press conference moments

ABC photographer Luke Stephenson captured key moments from Ley's appearance at the Hyatt, documenting her exchanges with reporters and her stance on unifying party factions.

Author’s summary: Sussan Ley avoided addressing internal dissent within the Liberal Party, promising more details on unity and net-zero issues in the coming week.

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