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Forming a party wouldn’t make independents less independent. It would strengthen a centrist bloc

A party structure could help independents better work together on common ground, while retaining the very thing that made them attractive in the first place

The Guardian - AU

Independent MPs are considering forming a party. The money helps explain why

Federal independent MPs have been in discussions about forming a political party. The irony won’t be lost on some in the Liberal Party, who have long argued the Teal independents already look and act like one.

The Conversation

Pros and cons to creating formal party, ex-teal says

While a formal teal party could erode support among some voters, it would also help independent MPs share resources and collaborate on policies.

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View from The Hill: would a ‘party of independents’ be a contradiction in terms?

The flirtation by some “teals” with the idea of forming a new party is part of the major shakeup underway in our political system, mostly on its conservative side.

The Conversation

Are The Teals About To Form Their Own Political Party? Everything We Know

Teal independents are talking about forming a party. Here’s who they are, why the idea is on the table, and what it means for Aus politics.

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More independents hose down push to toe the party line

A number of independent MPs have closed the door on a push to establish a teal political party in response to voters turning their backs on the establishment.

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Liberal MP is first to be suspended from lower house in five years – as it happened

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Pauline Hanson secured government solar rebate despite calling for subsidies to large-scale renewables to end

Exclusive: Spokesperson for One Nation leader says it supports rooftop solar, as Matt Canavan also defends using scheme

The Guardian - AU

Aussie slalom star the best since Zali Steggall

Beyond the headline-grabbing medal performances, Australians have also excelled elsewhere at the Milan-Cortina Games.

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Sydneysider follows Zali but hits the slopes for France

Skier Caitlin McFarlane is an outside chance for an Olympic slalom medal, but the Sydney-born 23-year-old is representing France, not Australia.

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From Bradbury to Bright: five of Australia’s best Winter Olympic moments

The sun-drenched nation is beginning to hold its own in winter sports having already enjoyed a number of Olympic successes

The Guardian - AU

New behaviour standards are in place for parliament but crossbenchers say question time still rife with bullying

Independent MP Zali Steggall says it’s not always clear who is behind disorderly behaviour – and sometimes it can be a whole section of a political party

The Guardian - AU

ATO rebuked by tax watchdog for using debt collectors on people ‘doing the right thing’

Inspector general of taxation and ombudsman says she is receiving an ‘increasing number’ of complaints about tax office

The Guardian - AU

Push for action on stalled local screen quotas

Promised Australian content quotas for international streaming giants have stalled, but independent MP Zali Steggall has launched a campaign on the issue.

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'Bizarre' push to drop net zero sets up coalition clash

An effort to repeal the net zero emissions target has highlighted internal opposition divisions over climate change as Labor is urged to do more.

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Coalition’s climate tussles to get public airing as parliament debates Barnaby Joyce’s bill to dump net zero

Ideological tensions to be on full display amid growing list of Liberal state divisions opposed to emissions reduction policy

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Adani promised Australia billions from its Carmichael mine but it hasn’t paid a cent in tax. How did we get here?

The coalmine generated millions in revenue in its early days but recorded an operating loss – a pattern that would repeat at scale

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Jigsaw coming together for further interest rate relief

A soft inflation print and surprisingly strong retail sales paint a rosy picture of the Australian economy ahead of a key Reserve Bank rate meeting.

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The Guardian - AU

Pocock says voters have ‘buyer’s remorse’ after Labor approves massive gas development’s 40-year extension

Fortescue CEO also says suggestion Australia can lock in fossil fuel projects and claim progress on net zero is ‘concerning’

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Greens on track to lose several MPs as independents hold off challenges and gain votes in federal election

Greens suffer setbacks as teal independents Allegra Spender, Zoe Daniel, Monique Ryan and Zali Steggall see off intense campaigns from Liberals, while Nicolette Boele leads in Bradfield

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Independents to force action on gambling, lobbying laws

More transparency and action in areas such as whistleblower protections and gambling reform have been flagged as flashpoints for any minority government.

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Prospective kingmakers vow to push for more social help

Greater social supports for Australians could form part of any minority government talks, with sitting and prospective crossbenchers inking a pledge for action.

The Guardian - AU

Train takes, diss tracks and TikTok clips: politicians pull out the stops to win over gen Z voters

Analysis by marketing firm finds Albanese far outpacing rivals on TikTok engagement. Also: leaders drawn to the marginals; and FriendlyJordies hits back

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Scrapping vehicle rules could crash emission goals

A proposal to remove penalties from Australia's vehicle emissions standards has divided the industry, with some groups claiming it will undo progress.

The Guardian - AU

Independents and minor parties may decide who runs Australia. Who and what will win their support?

The polls suggest no party is likely to have a majority after the federal election on 3 May. We asked the current crossbenchers what their priorities would be in that event

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