The Greens are about to pick a new leader. Who are the contenders?
The Australian Greens party is seeking a new leader following the sudden resignation of Larissa Waters due to health issues. Several prominent senators are considered top contenders for the role.
Why it matters
The leadership change is critical for the Greens as they attempt to recover from recent election losses and define their strategy against political rivals like One Nation.
The departure of Larissa Waters creates a leadership vacuum for the Greens. ( ABC News: Matt Roberts )
Sarah Hanson-Young and Mehreen Faruqi are among the top contenders for the Greens leadership after the shock resignation of Larissa Waters.
David Shoebridge and Steph Hodgins-May are also in the mix and are expected to run on a joint ticket.
The Greens are expected to select a new leader today or tomorrow.
Link copied Share Share article The Greens will meet this morning to settle on a new leader following the sudden resignation of Larissa Waters, who took on the job only a little over a year ago.
Senator Waters said she was stepping back due to difficulties managing a chronic kidney disease , leaving the party again in search of a leader after losing Adam Bandt in a shock election upset in 2025.
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