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All posts tagged "independents"
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1.2KArticlePower Sharing in Parliament Delivered for Tasmania – Let’s Not Go Backwards
Crossbencher Kristie Johnston highlights the benefits of a "power sharing Parliament" where a broad range of voices shapes the agenda and outcomes...
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TEC – It’s Official, 161 Candidates Confirmed
Candidate nominations closed at midday Thursday 26 June 2025 with 161 candidates confirmed to stand for the 19 July 2025 state election....
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Putting People Before Major Parties – And Definitely Before Zombies
Informal lobby group People Before Parties is urging Tasmanians to have a think about what, and who, they are really voting for.
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Meet the Braddon Independents – Live Event 29/6
Statement – Malcolm Ryan, 22 June 2025 Game on for Braddon In an unprecedented show of political unrest, ten independent candidates have...
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7 Indies Launch Franklin Group Ticket
Seven independents have launched a bold move by forming a group ticket in Franklin. A spokesperson confirmed to Tasmanian Times that they...
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Garland: Make 19 July ‘Independents’ Day’
Braddon independent Craig Garland argues that minority government can foster accountability and genuine collaboration, as compared to the chaos the two biggest...
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Tasmanian Political Crisis – Alternatives To An Election
Last week, the Lower House of the Tasmanian Parliament, the House of Assembly, passed a motion of no confidence in the Premier,...
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Garland: ‘I’m Not Here to be Re-Elected, I’m Here for Outcomes’
Not-your-usual politician Craig Garland, elected in 2024 as an independent in Braddon, reflects on his first year in the House of Assembly.
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Govt Vote Crashing As Stadium Mess Dogs Lib-Lab Popularity
The latest EMRS poll on state voting intentions show the Liberal vote plunging to 29%. The lost vote is likely being scooped...
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Uninspiring Leaders, Stressed Voters & Shadow of Trump Make for an Uncertain Contest
The usual story for a first-term government is a loss of seats, as voters send it a message, but ultimate survival. It...
