Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender launch new party aimed at political centre promising ‘reason over rage’
Independent Australian MPs Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender have launched a new political party called Community Strong Australia. The party aims to provide a centrist alternative for voters, focusing on issues like cost of living, climate change, and social cohesion.
Why it matters
This marks a significant shift in the Australian political landscape as the 'teal' independent movement attempts to formalize its influence beyond individual electorates.
The independent member for Warringah, Zali Steggall, right, and the independent member for Wentworth, Allegra Spender, are launching a new political party called Community Strong Australia. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP View image in fullscreen The independent member for Warringah, Zali Steggall, right, and the independent member for Wentworth, Allegra Spender, are launching a new political party called Community Strong Australia. Photograph: Lukas Coch/AAP Independents Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender launch new party aimed at political centre promising ‘reason over rage’ New party dubbed Community Strong Australia follows secret talks about future of community independents
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