Front page of the West today speaks to how “low water marks” aren’t necessary low tides to return.
The polling is for the seat of Hillarys, which at one point was “Liberal Heartland” (19% margin a decade ago).
But, having lost the seat, voters aren’t coming back.
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Redistribution puts Horatio into Bennelong, now the most marginal seat in Australia. 0.1% margin. Just the way he likes it. Indie @Nicolette_Boele looking the goods in Bradfield also. KT has made an important contribution to redrawing the political map in Australia and a good local MP also.
The fact no one person’s vote is any more powerful than another’s is such a strength in our democracy. It’s the very basis of a healthy democracy healthy. If you’re interested in what more your community could be adding to the national debate this conference is for you. #auspol
APH belongs to the people, not major party donors.
The people’s house isn’t a venue for political fundraising.
I was shocked to learn that the Liberals were selling access in APH this week.
We must legislate serious reforms to political donations.
https://t.co/OlsN5hgJDS
Just like Morrison govt, Albanese govt is captured by the gas industry & self-interest, prioritising Big Gas profits over Aust’s (and the planet's) future wellbeing. Swapping out one fossil fuel for another won’t successfully get us to Net Zero #auspol
https://t.co/UE5fdBtgc9
Representative democracy is about communities choosing a representative to participate in parliamentary debate. The two party system gags party members and makes everything polarised and simplistic. We CAN recognise nuance and constructively improve legislation.
‼️FWIW - my thoughts on the current approach to the EPBC reform … Labor’s broken promise on environment protection laws https://t.co/Z6T7ItBsa3 via @SatPaper
@Dart47 Just another ‘savvy’, lightweight, run of the mill, race-calling ‘insider’. Jay Rosen laid out the problem. ABC published him 13 years ago, but takes no heed.
https://t.co/Qq2rq6Rusf
‼️HEADSUP: this is definitely something every Australian should be concerned about. The security of Great Artesian Basin cannot be put at risk - in any way … ever! Farmers’ lawsuit over carbon sink https://t.co/zbDjkAoavI #NorthSydney#protectourwater
Sam Kerr’s case has created immensely important conversations and exposed gaps in Australia’s knowledge, including mine.
I am not at all surprised to have got this wrong, apologise to Sam for reaching the wrong conclusion and am very pleased to be able to improve my advocacy.
i explained to the good people on #linkedin why nuclear is a huge distraction for australia’s current energy transition.
if you’re on that platform, please share the post. maybe leave a comment?
(presentation slides available there.)
https://t.co/vx6jFXJnco
How good are these incredible women!
How much richer are we all for these individuals, their unique perspectives, their deep experience, and their willingness to lead as “the adults in the room”.
There are many things to celebrate this international women's day, not least getting to serve in a parliament that has so many stand-out women, especially on the crossbench, leading change.
Today I’ve announced I will run again in the next election. The Curtin community values long-term thinking, rebuilding trust in our institutions & compassion, not divisive fear-based politics. I will keep #doingpoliticsdifferently. #auspol https://t.co/mARRh76E9q
Do we want tobacco companies influencing policy? They’re back at it. My Restoring Trust Bill would ban donations from social harm industries like tobacco and gambling so we know decisions are made for communities not donors. #auspol#donationreform https://t.co/wyQ3FOjirF