Greens threaten Labor with preference power play

Greens Threaten Labor with Preference Power Play

Minister Murray Watt's approval of the North West Shelf gas extension has prompted a move by the Greens to potentially deny Labor preferences at the next federal election.

Two prominent Greens figures, party founder Bob Brown and Senator Nick McKim, are co-sponsoring a motion at the Greens' conference in Tasmania to implement this change.

There is a two-word reason to support this motion: Murray Watt

This shift to open tickets could harm Labor's chances in marginal seats, as the Greens typically encourage voters to preference Labor.

Authors summary: Greens may deny Labor preferences due to fossil fuel project approvals.

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The Courier The Courier — 2025-10-17

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