Sarah Hanson‑Young has highlighted deep divisions within the Greens party room, backing newly elected leader David Shoebridge and calling politics “brutal.” Shoebridge won the leadership ballot, with former deputy Mehreen Faruqi finishing as runner‑up. The report suggests a strained relationship between Shoebridge and Faruqi, indicating ongoing internal conflict.
Greens sources say the relationship between new leader David Shoebridge and runner-up Mehreen Faruqi is seriously strainedGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSarah Hanson-Young has spoken out about major divisions in the Greens party room, offering support to newly elected leader David Shoebridge and describing politics as “brutal”.The South Australian senator contested Wednesday’s leadership ballot, finishing behind Shoebridge and outgoing deputy leader, Mehreen Faruqi. Continue reading...