Australia’s National Party has split from its conservative coalition partner of more than 60 years, the Liberal Party, citing policy differences over renewable energy and following a resounding loss in the national elections this month.

The move marks a seismic change in the country's political landscape after a federal election that saw Labor win a second term.

The Coalition has split after agreement talks broke down, with one senior party leader revealing the refused “reasonable request” that sparked the chaos. David Littleproud has confirmed the Nationals and Liberals have failed to lock in a partnership agreement,