Shoebridge over troubled Waters: Greens select leader
The Greens have elected NSW Senator David Shoebridge as their new party leader, vowing to challenge the Labor government and the surging One Nation party. Shoebridge won the final ballot 7-4 against former deputy leader and leadership candidate Mehreen Faruqi, after party leader Larissa Waters resigned due to health issues. Former deputy leader Faruqi expressed disappointment over the leadership selection, citing the need for member voting.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers acknowledged the change in leadership, emphasizing the importance of addressing the risks posed by One Nation, the Liberal Party, and the National Party. Greens deputy leader Steph Hodgins-May expressed her enthusiasm for working with Shoebridge to bring a bold vision to Australia, focusing on confronting the climate crisis and growing the movement.
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