Liberal head eyes ex-treasurer return despite critique

Key points

• Liberal leader Angus Taylor says he would welcome former treasurer Josh Frydenberg back to parliament if he decides to run. The comment follows Frydenberg's criticism of Taylor's handling of the party, which he said had contributed to polling at an all-time low.
• Frydenberg said he has not closed the door on a return but does not need to decide quickly, with the next election 18 months away. Independent MP Monique Ryan, who won the Kooyong seat from him in 2022, said she was not bothered either way.
• Shadow treasurer Tim Wilson urged Liberals to put themselves forward as candidates.