Local Zoe Daniel could be decider in a potential minority government. Who would she support? Independent MP Zoe Daniel shares the realities of campaigning and the impacts of a potential minority government.
Local What would a minority government bring to Australia? Independent MP Allegra Spender breaks it down A business leader turned Independent MP, Allegra Spender is bringing a strong voice to women, climate action and economic reform.
News & Views ‘Women make up our own minds’: Allegra Spender says no one is ‘pulling the strings’ but her Allegra Spender said she had a problem with the idea that Simon Holmes à Court was “pulling the strings” of her political decisions.
News & Views ‘Accountability’: Pay equity champion Helen Conway launches political campaign Helen Conway is running for election as an independent in the NSW State Election, supported by the same “teal” group that backed Kylea Tink.
News & Views ‘Teal’ is Macquarie Dictionary’s Word of the Year ‘Teal’ has been chosen as Macquarie Dictionary’s Word of the Year, in a nod to the several independent candidates who were elected.
Climate Dr Sophie Scamps says “listening” was the key to her success, as she vows to listen to youth 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.
News & Views Female independents sworn in and other moments from parliament’s first day 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.
Leadership The skills and experiences that made these 4 female independent MPs What conditions create women equipped for the demands of political life? Hint: Answers will vary.
News & Views Labor might have secured a majority, but it should still prioritise engagement with expanded crossbench The Labor Party looks like it is on track to govern with a majority of at least 76 seats in the House of Representatives.
News & Views What’s under the teal cloud? An impressive CV. “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.”
News & Views Hey, guess what, guys? Women vote too – and they may decide the outcome of this election 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.
News & Views North Sydney independent Kylea Tink wants to bring the power of balance to politics 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.
