David Shoebridge wants the Greens to ‘seize this moment’. Is his more combative style the answer?
David Shoebridge has been elected as the new leader of the Australian Greens, signaling a shift toward a more combative political style aimed at replacing the Labor government. He argues that the party must seize the current political moment to connect with disaffected voters who are increasingly turning to populist alternatives like One Nation. Shoebridge faces internal challenges following a rare contested leadership vote and must navigate a period of significant renewal for the party.
- ▪David Shoebridge won the leadership ballot against challengers Mehreen Faruqi and Sarah Hanson-Young in a rare contested vote.
- ▪The new leader stated that the Greens are there to replace the Labor party rather than reform it.
- ▪Shoebridge aims to address the cost-of-living crisis and connect with voters who feel alienated by mainstream politics.
- ▪The Greens have remained stable in the 10-12% polling range despite a volatile political environment featuring a resurgent One Nation party.
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‘Politics as usual is not providing the answers that people are desperately calling for’ … new Greens leader David Shoebridge speaks to the media. Photograph: George Chan/AAPView image in fullscreen‘Politics as usual is not providing the answers that people are desperately calling for’ … new Greens leader David Shoebridge speaks to the media. Photograph: George Chan/AAPAustralian GreensAnalysisDavid Shoebridge wants the Greens to ‘seize this moment’. Is his more combative style the answer?Josh ButlerNew leader says his party must connect with millions of disaffected voters and ‘make them believe in politics again’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our new political email, free app or daily news podcast Wed 30 Sep 2026 03.12 EDTShareAs One Nation’s polling surged…
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