The teals stunned the nation in 2022. They could make or break the next government (21 Sep 2024)
Article summary: The seven women who won or retained blue-ribbon Liberal seats in Australia's 2022 election, including Kate Chaney, brought significant political change. They were backed by Climate 200, and although they share common goals like climate action and integrity, they maintain individual approaches and are not a formal political party.
As they prepare for the next election, all except Kylea Tink will run again, with climate policy remaining a key focus for most. However, this time they face new challenges, as the anger towards former Prime Minister Scott Morrison and the focus on integrity will not play the same pivotal role.
Kate Chaney, representing Curtin in Western Australia, has supported climate policy, tax reform, and issues such as gambling and electoral reform.
While she voted with Labor on 68% of substantive legislation, she asserts that her voting reflects her community's values, not political alliances. Chaney remains focused on her work as an MP, seeking to broaden public debate and policy impact, despite the challenges of campaign cycles.
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