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Nationals leader David Littleproud is backing his record to hold on to the party's top job as he faces a challenge from a fellow Queenslander.

The minor Coalition party faces a leadership tussle after Queensland senator Matt Canavan threw his hat in the ring.

We shouldn't get upset about democracy taking place.

This is healthy for our democracy.

From my perspective, I still think I have a contribution to make and I want to do so. Someone once said that success isn't final, failure isn't fatal and the courage to continue is what matters. Here I am, a Labor MP quoting Churchill on Insiders. That's where we've got to.

Indeed. Can I say, the party has given me great opportunities. Its faith in me, particularly with my faith, allowed me in part to make and break records, I've challenged the status quo and conservativism. It provides hope and aspiration for others. I want to be part of that.