The community independent movement has grown out of frustration with the major parties. It has shown that voters want politicians who listen to their communities, make decisions based on evidence and integrity and challenge a political system that often puts vested interests ahead of the public interest.But the movement’s success raises an important question: if Australians continue to want more community-based representation, how can that demand be met beyond the electorates that have a community independent MP?Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Zali Steggall: what’s next for community independents?
There is a growing argument for a different kind of political movement – one that seeks to build on the principles of the community independent movement.
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