Kate Chaney, Federal Member for Curtin, battles it out with Liberal challenger, Tom White.

Greg Barns argues that electing independents like Kate Chaney and other progressive crossbenchers is crucial for real reform in Australian politics, as major parties fail to tackle serious national challenges. This election offers a pivotal chance to shift power towards genuine, policy-driven leadership.

Kate Chaney and fellow independents are pushing for major transparency reforms, including lobbying regulation, public ministerial diaries, and political advertising standards. They aim to make these priorities central in a future hung parliament.

Kate Chaney’s hold on Curtin is under threat as the teals face their toughest election test yet. With the potential for a hung parliament, their performance could reshape the future of Australian politics.

Independent MP Kate Chaney discusses early voting in Curtin, the Coalition’s gas policy, Peter Dutton’s leadership and the importance of moving beyond culture wars. She shares insights from pre-polling, voter sentiment in WA, and the push for long-term political reform.

Kate Chaney has emerged as one of the least Green-aligned among the teal independents, often siding with the Coalition on key votes in Parliament. Her nuanced positions reflect both her electorate's interests and a broader trend of the teals carving out a distinct centrist space.

Independent MP Kate Chaney discusses housing reform, tax policy, and the role of independents in Parliament in a live interview from Curtin, WA.

Kate Chaney and Tom White’s Curtin debate revealed sharp policy and leadership contrasts ahead of the 2025 election. Voters praised Chaney’s independent approach while questioning White’s tone and party-centric message.

Kate Chaney has accused Seven West Media of running a targeted “smear campaign” against her as she fights to retain Curtin. The Independent MP says powerful vested interests are panicking as political influence shifts in Australia.

Despite major parties avoiding climate issues in the 2025 election campaign, independent candidates like Kate Chaney and climate groups are dominating digital ad spending to keep the conversation alive. With worsening weather events and rising activism, climate change may still define the election from the sidelines.

Australia faces a likely hung parliament in the 2025 federal election, with independents such as Kate Chaney set to play a decisive role. As major party support declines, crossbenchers are positioned to shape post-election negotiations and the next government.

The rise of community independents, including Kate Chaney in Curtin, is reshaping Australian federal politics, challenging traditional party strongholds. With strong backing and growing public support, these independents may further expand their influence in the upcoming election.

Curtin MP Kate Chaney has rejected pressure from Keep the Sheep, refusing to guarantee support for repealing the live sheep export ban and reaffirming her independence from lobby groups. Chaney said: “I’m a community independent who’s answerable to my constituents, not to lobby groups.”

Polling reveals independent candidates like Kate Chaney and Caz Heise are gaining ground, with the teal movement expanding beyond its traditional urban base. Rising disaffection with major parties and cost-of-living concerns are reshaping Australia’s political landscape.

WA politicians, including Kate Chaney are urging all levels of government to improve housing affordability and increase supply ahead of the federal election. New data reveals sharp rises in Perth property prices and critical social housing shortfalls across key electorates.

Kate Chaney has criticised Peter Dutton’s plan to fast-track the North West Shelf gas expansion, warning it threatens due process and integrity. “In a move that’s straight out of the Trump playbook, Peter Dutton wants to override approval processes and proper scrutiny,” she said.

Peter Dutton has criticised independent MP Kate Chaney over her stance on the Northwest Gas Shelf extension, calling her a "hardcore Green" and accusing her of misleading voters. Chaney defends the need for proper environmental scrutiny, arguing that rushed approvals could lead to legal challenges and poor long-term decisions.