Greens newcomers announce leadership tilt

The Greens have chosen a new leadership, with NSW Senator David Shoebridge becoming party leader and Victorian Senator Steph Hodgins-May as deputy leader. This decision has sparked some criticism from former deputy leader Mehreen Faruqi, who expressed disappointment on social media, stating that the party room made the wrong choice.

Faruqi also pointed out that the party should introduce member voting for leadership, rather than relying on the partyroom's decision. Shoebridge emphasized the need to confront the right-wing surge of One Nation and replace Labor, promising to work in good faith with the Labor government. Treasurer Jim Chalmers acknowledged the change in leadership and said Labor would continue to collaborate with the Greens.

The Greens plan to focus on tackling the gas industry, tech giants, and the climate crisis in the near future. The new leadership team was elected following the resignation of party leader Larissa Waters due to health issues during a transitional phase.