Greens leader Larissa Waters steps down due to illness

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1. Mon, 28 September 2026

   3 reports
   • ABC News (Australia)09:56
     Greens leader Larissa Waters steps down due to illness

     The Greens have revealed that the leader has been dealing with a pre-existing medical condition, which has worsened.

   • irrigator.com.au10:12first to report
     Greens leader suddenly quits after health 'downturn'

     Larissa Waters has suddenly stepped down as leader of the federal Greens, revealing she has been managing a...

   • The Guardian World11:41edited after publishing
     Larissa Waters steps down as Greens leader due to ill health

     Ballot for new leader expected next week after Waters quits to manage pre-existing kidney disease that has ‘declined significantly’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Greens leader Larissa Waters has announced she will step down due to ill health, with a party room meeting scheduled for next week to choose her successor. Waters revealed on Monday night she has been managing a pre-existing kidney disease, but that...

2. Tue, 29 September 2026

   2 reports
   • bunburymail.com.au08:01
     'It's about the team': Greens set to elect new leader

     URL changednow www.bunburymail.com.au/story/9359663/push-to-allow-party-members-a-vote-for-greens-leader/

     Larissa Waters' unexpected resignation as leader of the federal Greens has paved the way for a leadership contest...

   • ABC News (Australia)19:22
     The Greens are about to pick a new leader. Who are the contenders?

     The Greens will select a new leader after the shock resignation of Larissa Waters, as the party considers its future direction amid a surging One Nation.

3. Wed, 30 September 2026

   8 reports
   • ABC News (Australia)02:37
     David Shoebridge named new Greens leader in hotly contested ballot

     After a rare leadership ballot for the Greens, the NSW senator becomes the sixth leader in the party's history.

   • The Guardian World02:47
     David Shoebridge says ‘we’re here to replace Labor’ in first remarks after being elected new Greens leader

     Shoebridge, a senator from New South Wales and former upper house state MP, won the role over Mehreen Faruqi and Sarah Hanson-Young Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast David Shoebridge has declared he wants the Greens to replace Labor and has accused the government of creating the circumstances for One Nation’s rise in his first remarks after being elected the Greens’ federal leader. The party’s 10 senators and lone...

   • northweststar.com.au07:11
     Greens issue call to arms as leadership loser hits out

     A rallying call from the new leader of the Greens has been tempered by unrest from the losing...

     5 reprints

     • crookwellgazette.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
     • theleader.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
     • cessnockadvertiser.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
     • bunburymail.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
     • blayneychronicle.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
   • southernhighlandnews.com.au07:11
     Greens newcomers announce leadership tilt

     URL changednow www.southernhighlandnews.com.au/story/9359916/greens-issue-call-to-arms-as-leadership-loser-hits-out/

     David Shoebridge, one of the Greens' newest politicians, has announced his leadership bid after the sudden resignation of...

     5 reprints

     • theleader.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
     • portstephensexaminer.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
     • redlandcitybulletin.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
     • newcastleherald.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
     • bunburymail.com.au30 Sept, 07:11their copy
   • The Guardian World07:17edited after publishing
     Peugeot recalls hundreds of cars in Australia over issue that could increase ‘risk of serious injury or death’ – as it happened

     previouslyAustralia news live: Shoebridge and Hodgins-May announce Greens leadership bid, saying Labor ‘can’t stop One Nation’

     This blog is now closed Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Who is potential Greens deputy leader candidate Steph Hodgins-May? So who is the first-term senator expected to announce a leadership ticket tilt with David Shoebridge ? Get your dirty hands off our kids, that is our message to the fossil fuel industry, who have no place in early-learning centres, in schools, or in our cultural institutions in this country. Children should go to school to get evidence-based...

   • ABC News (Australia)10:55edited after publishing
     Shoebridge emotional as he remembers mentor and 'bloody fun friend'

     previouslyShoebridge close to tears as he remembers mentor and 'bloody fun friend'

     New Greens leader David Shoebridge gets emotional during his first interview as leader while paying tribute to his political mentor before critiquing the federal government over the cost of living.

   • ABC News (Australia)18:40
     Shoebridge to woo same angry voters as One Nation — but from the left

     David Shoebridge wants to hold Labor's feet to the fire. He will be a thorn in the party's side rather than a deal maker.

   • greatlakesadvocate.com.au23:05
     'Angry' Greens chief says Labor leaving voters in lurch

     The new Greens leadership is looking to UK counterparts for inspiration as they echo pledges to "replace Labor",...

     6 reprints

     • easternriverinachronicle.com.au30 Sept, 23:05their copy
     • northweststar.com.au30 Sept, 23:05their copy
     • goulburnpost.com.au30 Sept, 23:05their copy
     • crookwellgazette.com.au30 Sept, 23:05their copy
     • therural.com.au30 Sept, 23:05their copy
     • merimbulanewsweekly.com.au30 Sept, 23:05their copy
4. Thu, 1 October 2026

   2 reports
   • ABC News (Australia)04:35
     Labor MP accuses Greens leader of 'prejudice' over Jewish community comments

     Labor MP Josh Burns accuses new Greens leader David Shoebridge of "prejudice" over comments about the party's relationship with Jewish Australians.

   • The Guardian World08:33
     ‘Politics can be brutal’: Sarah Hanson-Young speaks out about divisions within Greens

     Greens sources say the relationship between new leader David Shoebridge and runner-up Mehreen Faruqi is seriously strained Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Sarah 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...

5. Fri, 2 October 2026

   1 report
   • ABC News (Australia)12:33
     Greens see red-hot anger as an opportunity to take on Hanson, Labor

     David Shoebridge has big ambitions for the Greens, but his party is still wrestling with how to turn voter disillusionment into greater support.

6. Sun, 4 October 2026

   1 report
   • ABC News (Australia)18:27
     The Liberals and Greens appear to be heading in the same direction

     Albanese promised to be "the adult in the room" and govern from the centre. But is that still the political mood as we enter the last part of 2026?

7. Mon, 12 October 2026

   1 report
   • redlandcitybulletin.com.au06:32
     Trust tax tiff an early test of Greens leader's mettle

     Greens leader David Shoebridge is looking to pick a fight with the government over legislation he sees as...

8. Wed, 14 October 2026

   1 report
   • ABC News (Australia)20:02
     Live: Lambie says minister will 'get another slap' as private health bill reintroduced

     Jacqui Lambie warns Health Minister Mark Butler as he reintroduces Labor's bill to wind back the private health insurance rebate for over-65s. Follow live.

9. Thu, 15 October 2026

   4 reports
   • ABC News (Australia)03:15
     Greens senator takes leave amid allegations of inappropriate behaviour

     The Greens say WA senator Jordon Steele-John has taken leave after reports of allegations that he made inappropriate comments towards women.

   • The Guardian World04:00
     Greens senator Jordon Steele-John takes leave amid investigation into complaints

     Steele-John said he rejected the claims and had referred them to the Western Australian Greens for a ‘fair, independent process’ Greens senator Jordon Steele-John has taken leave from the party room after complaints were made, triggering an independent review. The Nine newspapers reported on Thursday afternoon that seven party members demanded an investigation into allegations he made inappropriate comments to a number of women. Continue reading...

   • juneesoutherncross.com.au07:25
     Greens senator 'utterly rejects' conduct accusations

     An independent investigation will examine allegations of inappropriate conduct by Greens senator Jordon Steele-John towards women.

     3 reprints

     • macleayargus.com.au15 Oct, 07:25their copy
     • nynganobserver.com.au15 Oct, 07:25their copy
     • bordermail.com.au15 Oct, 07:25their copy
   • ABC News (Australia)20:07edited after publishing
     Live: Nationals senator says Coalition will oppose Australia–EU free trade agreement

     previouslyLive: Shoebridge says he discussed allegations with Steele-John before leave of absence

     Bridget McKenzie says the Coalition will oppose the Australia–European Union Free Trade Agreement. Follow live.

10. Fri, 16 October 2026

    2 reports
    • ABC News (Australia)07:05
      WA Greens kept crisis comms document about Jordon Steele-John

      The WA Greens maintained a document on how to respond in the event of complaints against Jordon Steele-John being made public, it has been revealed.

    • The Guardian World08:55
      Greens leader denies knowledge of ‘secret dossier’ on how to handle Jordon Steele-John misconduct allegations

      David Shoebridge says 47-page document not ‘made by, used by, or seen by’ his office as matter referred to parliamentary standards commission Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast Greens leader David Shoebridge has denied knowledge of the existence of an alleged crisis management document on how to deal with allegations against Jordon Steele-John being made public. The Nine newspapers reported on Friday afternoon the existence of a “secret dossier”, first drafted in 2016,...

11. Sun, 18 October 2026

    3 reports
    • The Guardian World09:51
      Jordon Steele-John says ‘I’m not on leave’ and accuses Greens leader of making ‘bad call’ regarding complaints

      Greens senator for WA says complaints regarding his behaviour towards women not about ‘accountability’ but rather ‘factionalism’ Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Jordon Steele-John has accused an internal faction within the Greens of playing “nasty political games” and the leader, David Shoebridge, of pressuring him to take leave after complaints about his conduct were made public last week. The 32-year-old Greens senator released a six-page statement on Sunday night...

    • ABC News (Australia)12:53
      Jordon Steele-John says he has been falsely accused of inappropriate conduct

      Greens senator Jordon Steele-John has denied allegations of inappropriate conduct raised in a letter to the Greens.

    • abc.net.au21:00
      Greens Senator denies allegations of inappropriate behaviour - ABC listen

      Greens Senator Jordon Steele-John has addressed allegations of inappropriate conduct towards women. In a public statement on social media, he denied any wrongdoing and blamed the public fallout from the allegations against him on party "factionalism".

12. Mon, 19 October 2026

    5 reports
    • BBC News World01:32
      Australian Greens senator denies claims of misconduct towards women

      Jordon Steele-John says the timing of the claims is motivated by "nasty political games" within the Greens.

    • The Guardian World04:05
      David Shoebridge responds to Jordon Steele-John’s explosive statement as Greens hold emergency meeting

      The new Greens leader says it is his understanding the Western Australian senator ‘agreed’ to take leave from the party room Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast The Greens leader, David Shoebridge, has said it was his understanding Jordon Steele-John agreed to take leave from parliament while misconduct allegations against him are investigated, and that it is “appropriate” that he does so, despite the Western Australian senator saying overnight that he was not on leave...

    • ABC News (Australia)04:30
      Shoebridge insists Steele-John should take leave as Greens 'binfire' deepens

      Greens leader David Shoebridge has insisted that Senator Jordon Steele-John should take personal leave, after the WA senator denied he had offered or agreed to step back while allegations against him were investigated.

    • edenmagnet.com.au04:46
      Senator blames 'factionalism' for misconduct claims

      An embattled Greens senator is pinning accusations about his behaviour towards women on intra-party squabbles and weaponised rumours.

      4 reprints

      • ulladullatimes.com.au19 Oct, 04:46their copy
      • batemansbaypost.com.au19 Oct, 04:46their copy
      • macleayargus.com.au19 Oct, 04:46their copy
      • nynganobserver.com.au19 Oct, 04:46their copy
    • nvi.com.au04:46
      Greens divided over under-fire senator's leave claims

      The leader of the Greens has hit back at one of his senators, insisting it is appropriate he...

      2 reprints

      • begadistrictnews.com.au19 Oct, 04:46their copy
      • inverelltimes.com.au19 Oct, 04:46their copy