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Zali Steggall: Independent member for Warringah ahead of the Australian Election
The balance of power seems to be shifting in Australian politics.
There was a shock U-turn in the polls ahead of the election, with Anthony Albanese and the Labor Party suddenly pulling out in front.
It now seems likely the party will secure a second term.
Independent Member for Warringah, Zali Steggall told Ryan Bridge confidence in major parties keeps decreasing, and there’s an increased interest in independent candidates as a result.
Although convention in parliament has evolved towards party politics, Steggall says the Australian constitution actually allows for a model of parliament in…
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