Independent MPs
Independent MPs delivering local representation, climate leadership and political integrity beyond party lines.
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.
Leadership Team
Meet the key leaders and decision-makers
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No formal leader
Independent MPs act autonomously and do not operate under a single party leader.
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
Strong emissions reduction targets, renewable energy transition, and climate adaptation measures led by crossbench MPs.
Political Integrity Reforms
Federal ICAC with teeth, donation reform, truth in political advertising, and stronger parliamentary standards.
Community-Centered Representation
Local priorities over party politics, regular community consultation, and transparent decision-making processes.
Healthcare Access Improvements
Better rural healthcare, mental health services, and aged care reforms championed by crossbench members.
Economic Fairness Agenda
Support for small business, housing affordability measures, and cost-of-living relief for working families.
Gender Equality Initiatives
Workplace safety, pay equity, and women's representation in leadership roles across sectors.
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 History
Track record in federal elections over recent years
Result
Crossbench representation
Seats
H: 10 | S: 2
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Various primary vote
Result
Teal wave election
Seats
H: 10 | S: 1
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No single leader
Various primary vote
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Crossbench presence
Seats
H: 6 | S: 2
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No single leader
Various primary vote
Result
Crossbench influence
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H: 5 | S: 4
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No single leader
Various primary vote
Result
Crossbench representation
Seats
H: 2 | S: 6
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No single leader
Various primary vote
Key Historical Figures
Important leaders who shaped the party's legacy
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
Rural GP representing Indi. Champion of healthcare reform, regional development, and community-based politics.
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
Former soldier advocating for veterans' rights, working families, and Tasmanian interests.
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
Former National turned independent. Supported Gillard government and championed rural and regional issues.
Common Questions
Common questions about Independent MPs and Australian politics answered
Further Reading
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