Russell Broadbent
Russell Broadbent is an Australian politician who has served as a member of the House of Representatives since 1990, representing the Liberal Party. Known for his long-standing commitment to public service, Broadbent has held various roles within the government, including positions on key committees. Recently, he has made headlines as he transitions to the crossbench after resigning from the Liberal Party, reflecting the changing dynamics within Australian politics ahead of the upcoming federal election.
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Russell Broadbent contested the election after moving to the crossbench.
Anthony Albanese leads Labor to victory as Peter Dutton on brink of losing seat
Australia· 2025-05-03
Incumbent Liberal defector Russell Broadbent is being placed after Deb Leonard by Palmer's party.
Teal independents to get an unlikely preference boost – from Clive PalmerAustralia· 2025-04-18
Russell Broadbent is a federal MP who has since quit the Liberal Party to serve as an independent.
Former Liberal MP for Kooyong and ‘conscience of the Liberal Party’ dies at 77Australia· 2025-04-04
Russell Broadbent is contesting the election after moving to the crossbench.
Anthony Albanese calls May 3 electionAustralia· 2025-03-27
