What happens if there is a hung parliament: how would independents approach talks and what is non-negotiable?

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Less than two weeks out from election day, the prospect of a hung parliament remains very real.

Such an eventuality would thrust successful independent and crossbench MPs into the spotlight as kingmakers, much as it did in 2010.

What would the starting point be for your negotiations? Would you prioritise early talks with the party that won the most seats?

Would any decision on who you support be influenced by who is leading the Liberal or National parties?

What would be the most important policy issues for you in negotiations?

Are there any non-negotiable policy commitments you would demand from the major parties before giving them your support?

Would promises by the major parties to spend on projects in your electorate influence your decision on who to support?

Would you seek any commitments made by the major parties to be codified or formalised through something more than a verbal agreement?

Would the voting history of your electorate influence your decision on which party to support?

Are there any other considerations that would be important to you in this process?