A seismic shift hit Australian politics during the 2022 election. Now, three years on, another wave is on the way.
Community groups in every state are putting up their own candidates — smart, experienced and savvy people with a wide range of lived experiences — with their eyes firmly on Canberra. Hear the stories of these impressive individuals with the courage and vision to challenge the political status quo and shift the tone and direction of government in this country.
Join Julia Zemiro as she finds out who they are and what drives them.
Meet the Independents, class of 2025.
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The Independents Podcast is supported by Climate 200 and hosted by Julia Zemiro.
Recorded on the land of the Dharawal and Gundundara people.
Series producer: Kate Holdsworth
Post producer: Jacob Round
Executive producer: Dan Ilic for Not A Real Media Company Pty Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A seismic shift hit Australian politics during the 2022 election. Now, three years on, another wave is on the way.
Community groups in every state are putting up their own candidates — smart, experienced and savvy people with a wide range of lived experiences — with their eyes firmly on Canberra. Hear the stories of these impressive individuals with the courage and vision to challenge the political status quo and shift the tone and direction of government in this country.
Join Julia Zemiro as she finds out who they are and what drives them.
Meet the Independents, class of 2025.
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The Independents Podcast is supported by Climate 200 and hosted by Julia Zemiro.
Recorded on the land of the Dharawal and Gundundara people.
Series producer: Kate Holdsworth
Post producer: Jacob Round
Executive producer: Dan Ilic for Not A Real Media Company Pty Ltd
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A lawyer and business leader, Kate secured a stunning victory after a rapid campaign in 2022. She brings significant private sector experience, including senior roles at Wesfarmers and Anglicare WA. Kate chose to run as an Independent to advocate for stronger climate action and political integrity.
In Parliament Kate has championed evidence-based policymaking and long-term thinking, particularly around economic reform, climate action, and integrity in government. She’s been leading the charge on a new bill to make political campaigning more transparent and fair.
https://www.katechaney.com.au
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.