Cathy McGowan
AustraliapoliticianFemale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Cathy McGowan is a former Australian politician who served as the independent member for Indi in the House of Representatives from 2013 to 2019. Known for her grassroots campaigning and community engagement, McGowan was a key figure in the rise of independent candidates within Australian politics. Her tenure highlighted the importance of centrist policies and the role of independents in shaping legislation and providing a counterbalance to major political parties.
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Cathy McGowan who works across northern suburbs, North Shore and Hills district, said buyers were returning, but they were not compromising on what they wanted to buy.
Why buyers are holding back this spring despite falling house pricesAustralia· 2026-09-15
Cathy McGowan, the mother of the community independents movement, expressed confidence in Milthorpe's chances.
One Nation may well win Sussan Ley’s seat – that would be terrible for all of usAustralia· 2026-03-04
Cathy McGowan pioneered the independent movement when she beat the Liberals in 2013.
Will Sussan Ley’s seat that’s up for grabs be a protest vote against the two-party duopoly?Australia· 2026-02-27
Cathy McGowan discussed the desire for independence among community independents.
Angus Taylor-made Liberals have three possible futures. Only one will save themAustralia· 2026-02-13
Cathy McGowan won Indi in Victoria from the Liberals in 2013 and later endorsed independent Helen Haines.
Will a new political party be formed to represent the centre?Australia· 2026-01-30
Cathy McGowan is a former independent MP and a member of the McKinnon Prize selection panel.
South Australian Premier wins McKinnon Prize for state political leadershipAustralia· 2025-10-09
Cathy McGowan was an independent before the word ‘teal’ was applied to the movement.
the teals lose seats of Goldstein and North SydneyAustralia· 2025-05-17
Cathy McGowan is a fellow crossbench MP.
Don’t worry about independents. They wield the power of balanceAustralia· 2025-04-04
