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Independent MPs Monique Ryan, Zali Steggall, Kate Chaney, and Helen Haines | Noah Secomb

A last-minute rush to pass electoral reforms through parliament has raised concerns from community groups, charities, and the federal crossbench.

It’s the first time any government has made significant changes to the voting and campaigning process in decades.

But many independent MPs say it could signal the ‘death of democracy’ in Australia.

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Thursday, February 13 2025
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Featured in storySophie Scamps - Independent Member for MackellarSaffron Zomer - Executive Director · Australian Democracy NetworkLarissa Waters - Greens Senator Kate Chaney - Independent MPAndrew Wilkie - Independent MPZali Steggall - Independent Member for Warringah
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