The Australian Hotels Association is funding major party candidates to counter independents in the federal election, fearing a hostile crossbench could impose gambling and alcohol regulations. Independents, including Kate Chaney, have supported restrictions on gambling ads and alcohol marketing, prompting business-backed lobbying efforts against a minority government.

Curtin MP Kate Chaney warns that secrecy surrounding the management of Perth’s exotic tree pest could be worsening the crisis. The polyphagous shot-hole borer, first detected in East Fremantle in 2021, has led to thousands of trees being chopped down. Concerns are growing around delays, mulch management, and the state government's lack of transparency, potentially risking further spread. Chaney calls for better information-sharing, clearer biosecurity measures, and a comprehensive national response.

A group of eight independent MPs, including Allegra Spender and Kate Chaney, is pushing for income tax indexation to prevent bracket creep from eroding workers' wages. With a federal election approaching, the debate over tax reform is intensifying as both major parties rely on increasing income tax revenue to fund their policies.

A feud between independent teal MPs and Special Minister of State Don Farrell over political donation reforms has fractured relations between the crossbench and Labor ahead of the next election. Kate Chaney criticised Farrell’s approach, accusing him of treating the teals as a “short-term annoyance” and rejecting claims that their opposition was aggressive, suggesting a sexist undertone in the government’s accusations.

With a hung parliament likely in Australia’s 2025 election, most independents, including Curtin MP Kate Chaney, reject formal agreements, favouring bill-by-bill negotiations. Key issues such as climate change, economic policy, and housing will shape their support, making them pivotal in determining the next government.

Curtin MP Kate Chaney rejects formal deals in a hung parliament, prioritising transparency, accountability and long-term policy issues like tax reform, housing, and climate. She criticises "alarmist" claims from gas companies, supports a federal EPA and insists on evaluating legislation independently to hold both major parties accountable.

WA Premier Roger Cook invites teal independents, including Kate Chaney, to tour the Pilbara amid concerns over federal environmental reforms. Chaney welcomes the visit but warns against alarmism, stating, “I hope that the premier would be looking at it from the long-term interest of the country, and not assume that something that is good for nature is bad for business.”

Independent candidates, including Kate Chaney, Allegra Spender, Zoe Daniel and David Pocock, have seen a surge in donations following the passage of controversial electoral reforms capping individual candidate spending while allowing major parties to spend millions. The backlash highlights growing voter frustration, with independents pledging to challenge the reforms in the next parliament.

Independent MP Kate Chaney has slammed Labor’s electoral reforms as a “major party stitch-up,” warning they will entrench two-party dominance by limiting donations to independents. Zali Steggall, Jacqui Lambie, and other crossbenchers have also voiced strong opposition, raising concerns about fairness and transparency in Australian democracy.

Independent MP Kate Chaney discusses political transparency, campaign fundraising, and crossbench influence in a candid Sky News interview. She shares insights on her meetings with the Prime Minister and Peter Dutton, the upcoming election battle in Curtin, and the importance of constructive political relationships.

Kate Chaney and other crossbench MPs have criticised Labor’s proposed electoral reforms, arguing they favour major parties by failing to address key spending advantages. Chaney warned that party-backed candidates could significantly outspend independents, calling for amendments to ensure a fairer system.

Key crossbench MPs, including Kate Chaney, say raising social welfare payments will be a priority if a hung parliament occurs after the federal election. They back ACOSS’s call to increase JobSeeker and Youth Allowance to at least $82 a day, emphasising fairness and poverty reduction as essential policy goals.

Independent MP Kate Chaney discusses mandatory sentencing, nature protection laws, and government accountability with Gary Adshead. She challenges political decisions, advocates for judicial discretion, and calls for long-term reforms that balance business interests and environmental protection.

Proposed changes to Australia’s political donation laws could severely disadvantage independents while strengthening the major parties. Independent MP Kate Chaney and others warn that these reforms will entrench the two-party system by restricting funding for challengers while increasing public money for Labor and the Coalition.

New AEC disclosures reveal that Labor and Liberal parties receive millions through exclusive pay-for-access programs for executives and lobbyists, far surpassing traditional donations. Amid concerns over political influence, the Albanese government is pushing for new campaign finance reforms ahead of the next federal election.

Western Australian police are investigating anti-Semitic graffiti in Dalkeith, with MP Kate Chaney stating, “I’m shocked by the really disturbing anti-Semitic graffiti in Dalkeith overnight. This has no place in our community or any community.” Political leaders, including Anthony Albanese have condemned the attack amid rising concerns over anti-Semitism in Australia.

Curtin MP Kate Chaney and Senator David Pocock are pushing the Albanese government to separate political donations reforms from broader electoral changes. With concerns that donation caps could disadvantage independents, they have criticised the lack of consultation, while the government continues negotiations with the Coalition.

Independent MP Kate Chaney joins Ollie Peterson on 6PR to discuss the federal government's delay on gambling ad reforms, the push for stronger environmental laws, and the need for greater transparency in political decision-making. Tune in for insights on key issues shaping the upcoming election.

Independent MP Kate Chaney has slammed the federal government's attempt to revive a political donation reform deal with the Coalition, calling it "outrageous" and warning it could limit voter choice. She and other crossbenchers are demanding greater transparency and scrutiny, arguing that the proposed changes unfairly favour major parties.