Conservative Bernardi eyes state seats

Former Liberal, Senator Cory Bernardi says his Australian Conservatives party has grown to more than 10,000 members since its formation in February.

Senator Bernardi, who hails from South Australia, said he was aiming to register the party in SA, Victoria and NSW over the next six months.

"We will also commence the registration process in the other states to ensure that Australian Conservatives will be a truly national presence," he said in a statement on Wednesday.

As well as paid-up members, the party has an estimated 100,000 supporters.