Greens pick Shoebridge to replace Labor

Senator David Shoebridge wins contested ballot to lead Australian Greens and claims the party can replace Labor.

Oct 2, 2026

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Greens pick Shoebridge to replace Labor

Senator David Shoebridge wins contested ballot to lead Australian Greens and claims the party can replace Labor.

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Senator David Shoebridge wins contested ballot to lead Australian Greens and claims the party can replace Labor. Senator David Shoebridge defeated two women in a rare contested ballot to become Australian Greens leader, claiming the party is here to replace Labor. Originally reported by the Guardian.

Greens hold rare contested ballot

Senator David Shoebridge defeated two women to win the top job in a rare contested ballot for Australian Greens leadership this week.

Shoebridge claims Greens can replace Labor

In his first remarks after being elected new Greens leader, Shoebridge said we're here to replace Labor, signalling a new direction for the progressive party.

“we're here to replace Labor”

Podcast hosts discuss leadership change

Podcast hosts discuss leadership change

Barrie Cassidy and Sean Kelly, filling in for Tony Barry, discuss what direction Shoebridge will take the Greens and whether he can deliver on his claim.

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The essence

Senator David Shoebridge defeated two women in a rare contested ballot to become Australian Greens leader, claiming the party is here to replace Labor.

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