The party gained approximately 60,000 votes in the 2007 election, but did not run candidates in 2010. Instead Caines supported four independent candidates in key seats, Robertson, Macquarie, Dickson and Corangamite. The votes received in Corangamite were pivotal to the formation of the minority Gillard Government .
The party gained approximately 60,000 votes in the 2007 election but chose not to contest the 2010 election. Instead Caines endorsed four independent candidates running for important seats, Robertson, Macquarie, Dickson, and Corangamite. The Corangamite result was instrumental in creating the minority Gillard Government.