‘Treaty of Versailles’: angry Liberal MPs warn makeup of Coalition shadow ministry will make new enemies

The reshuffling of Liberal frontbench members has drawn sharp criticism, likened to a "Treaty of Versailles," for rewarding party supporters while sidelined factional rivals. New leader Sussan Ley faces backlash for promoting younger conservatives over older, merited individuals, despite their strong leadership performances. This has deepened divisions within the party, with moderates even reportedly preferring more conservative portfolios over junior roles.