Australian teal independents Spender and Steggall to form new party
Australian independent MPs Allegra Spender and Zali Steggall have confirmed a plan to form a new political party, Community Strong Australia. The pair describe it as a « responsible alternative » to the major parties. They have yet to convince any crossbench colleagues to join.
Australian independent MPs Allegra Spender and Zali Steggall have confirmed a plan to form a new political party, Community Strong Australia. The pair describe the venture as a « responsible alternative » to the country's major parties.
The « teal » independents, known for centrist and environmental policies, drew attention at recent elections by winning seats traditionally held by the major parties. The new party aims to give that movement a formal structure.
Spender and Steggall have yet to convince other independents on the crossbench to join. Observers say the venture's success will depend on its ability to turn grassroots support into an organised political force.
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