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Dominic Giannini

Independents warn tide still going out on major parties

David Pocock made history by breaking the Labor-Liberal hold on ACT Senate seats. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Political tragics with eyes on independents at the federal election are waiting to see whether 2022 set a high watermark, or the tide on major parties is still turning.

A record number of independents three years ago swept previously safe Liberal seats, after a strong push for more climate action and integrity in politics.

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