Liberal women

Leanne Castley was once the party leader. Now she’s quitting the ACT Liberal party after what she describes as an 18-month campaign of undermining.

One of the biggest barriers to gender equality the Liberals face is an entrenched belief the economic market is gender-blind and can be relied on to improve equality.

The former deputy leader of the Liberal party will not contest the next election, making a quick speech and exit this afternoon.

Federal Liberal MP Ann Sudmalis has announced she is leaving Parliament due to bullying within the Liberal party. Another big blow for Scott Morrison.