independents

Allegra Spender said she had a problem with the idea that Simon Holmes à Court was “pulling the strings” of her political decisions. 

Helen Conway is running for election as an independent in the NSW State Election, supported by the same “teal” group that backed Kylea Tink.

‘Teal’ has been chosen as Macquarie Dictionary’s Word of the Year, in a nod to the several independent candidates who were elected.

Dr Sophie Scamps has given her first speech to the 47th parliament, sharing what she believes was the key to her success at the election.

The first sitting day of the 47th parliament got underway on Tuesday, with many new faces in the House of Representatives and the Senate for the first time.

What conditions create women equipped for the demands of political life? Hint: Answers will vary.

The Labor Party looks like it is on track to govern with a majority of at least 76 seats in the House of Representatives.

“What our new independents lack in parliamentary experience they well and truly make up for in an understanding of process and an absence of delight in political skirmish.”

Despite the treatment of women being hotly debated in recent times, they have been largely overlooked during the election – and that may have big consequences on May 21.

Kylea Tink is standing as an independent candidate in North Sydney, with all signs showing she’s in with a real chance of being elected.

The strength of support for the teal independents reveals a fracturing of support for the Liberal Party in its traditional strongholds.

24-year-old Sheneli Dona is standing as an independent candidate in Hume at the upcoming Federal Election against Angus Taylor.