The Greens are about to pick a new leader. Who are the contenders?
The Greens will select a new leader after the shock resignation of Larissa Waters, as the party considers its future direction amid a surging One Nation.
The Greens are in the process of selecting a new leader following the surprise resignation of Senator Larissa Waters. The party's leadership contenders include Sarah Hanson-Young, Mehreen Faruqi, David Shoebridge, and Steph Hodgins-May. All four have expressed their intent to stand for the position, with Senator Hanson-Young and Senator Faruqi, the current deputy leader, confirming their candidacies.
Senator Shoebridge, who previously ruled himself out, has now said he will not confirm or deny his candidacy, while Senator Hodgins-May, a newer senator, is also considering a leadership bid. The small party room of just 11 members could lead to unexpected outcomes, as personal relationships play a significant role in the decision-making process.
Senator Hanson-Young, a South Australian senator, and Senator Faruqi, a New South Wales senator, are the frontrunners, with Senator Shoebridge and Senator Hodgins-May also in contention.
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