Party Overview

    Independent MPs

    Independent MPs delivering local representation, climate leadership and political integrity beyond party lines.

    Various
    Founded
    10
    House Seats
    2
    Senate Seats
    0
    Core Ideologies
    Party Overview

    About Independent MPs

    Learn about the party's history, policies, and key achievements

    Independent MPs Across Australia

    Independent MPs represents communities across all Australian states and territories, with elected members serving in federal parliament, state parliaments, and local councils from Sydney to Perth, Melbourne to Brisbane, Adelaide to Darwin, and Hobart to Canberra.

    Find your local Independent MPs representatives in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory, and the Australian Capital Territory through our comprehensive electoral guides and member directories.

    Party Leadership

    Leadership Team

    Meet the key leaders and decision-makers

    No formal leader

    Independent MPs act autonomously and do not operate under a single party leader.

    Current Policies

    Policy Platform

    Explore Independent MPs's comprehensive policy positions on key issues affecting Australian families, workers, and communities. These policies shape how Independent MPs approaches governance, legislation, and representation in federal parliament.

    From healthcare and education to climate action and economic policy, discover where Independent MPs stands on the issues that matter most to Australian voters in federal elections.

    Climate Action Leadership

    Proposed

    Strong emissions reduction targets, renewable energy transition, and climate adaptation measures led by crossbench MPs.

    Climate

    Political Integrity Reforms

    Proposed

    Federal ICAC with teeth, donation reform, truth in political advertising, and stronger parliamentary standards.

    Integrity

    Community-Centered Representation

    Implemented

    Local priorities over party politics, regular community consultation, and transparent decision-making processes.

    Representation

    Healthcare Access Improvements

    In-progress

    Better rural healthcare, mental health services, and aged care reforms championed by crossbench members.

    Health

    Economic Fairness Agenda

    Proposed

    Support for small business, housing affordability measures, and cost-of-living relief for working families.

    Economy

    Gender Equality Initiatives

    In-progress

    Workplace safety, pay equity, and women's representation in leadership roles across sectors.

    Gender Equality

    How Independent MPs Policies Affect Australian Voters

    Independent MPs's policy platform directly impacts Australian families through changes to taxation, healthcare funding, education investment, and social services. These policies are developed through party conferences, member consultation, and parliamentary caucus decisions, reflecting the party's core values and electoral commitments to Australian voters.

    Electoral Performance

    Electoral History

    Track record in federal elections over recent years

    2025

    Result

    Crossbench representation

    Seats

    H: 10 | S: 2

    Leader

    No single leader

    Various primary vote

    2022

    Result

    Teal wave election

    Seats

    H: 10 | S: 1

    Leader

    No single leader

    Various primary vote

    2019

    Result

    Crossbench presence

    Seats

    H: 6 | S: 2

    Leader

    No single leader

    Various primary vote

    2016

    Result

    Crossbench influence

    Seats

    H: 5 | S: 4

    Leader

    No single leader

    Various primary vote

    2013

    Result

    Crossbench representation

    Seats

    H: 2 | S: 6

    Leader

    No single leader

    Various primary vote

    Historical Leaders

    Key Historical Figures

    Important leaders who shaped the party's legacy

    Zali Steggall, Independent MP (2019-present)

    Zali Steggall

    Independent MP

    2019-present

    Former Olympic skier who defeated Tony Abbott in Warringah. Leading advocate for climate action and political integrity.

    Helen Haines, Independent MP (2019-present)

    Helen Haines

    Independent MP

    2019-present

    Rural GP representing Indi. Champion of healthcare reform, regional development, and community-based politics.

    Andrew Wilkie, Independent MP (2010-present)

    Andrew Wilkie

    Independent MP

    2010-present

    Former intelligence analyst representing Denison/Clark. Advocate for gambling reform and government accountability.

    Jacqui Lambie, Independent Senator (2014-2017, 2019-present)

    Jacqui Lambie

    Independent Senator

    2014-2017, 2019-present

    Former soldier advocating for veterans' rights, working families, and Tasmanian interests.

    Cathy McGowan, Independent MP (2013-2019)

    Cathy McGowan

    Independent MP

    2013-2019

    Rural advocate who pioneered community-independent model in Indi, inspiring the broader crossbench movement.

    Tony Windsor, Independent MP (2001-2013)

    Tony Windsor

    Independent MP

    2001-2013

    Former National turned independent. Supported Gillard government and championed rural and regional issues.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Common Questions

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