Zali Steggall
AustraliapoliticianFemaleb. 19747.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Zali Steggall is an Australian politician and former Olympic skier. She is the independent Member of Parliament for Warringah, having won the seat in the 2019 federal election by defeating former Prime Minister Tony Abbott. Steggall is known for her advocacy on climate change, integrity in politics, and gender equality. Her recent confrontation with Special Minister of State Don Farrell highlights her commitment to ensuring that independent voices are included in discussions about donation reforms and election laws, reflecting her broader concerns about the influence of money in politics.
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Independent MP Zali Steggall argues for urgent national leadership on climate adaptation.
The everyday Aussies who can’t afford another flood, drought or fire disasterAustralia· 2026-08-08
Zali Steggall has called on Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to set up a national inquiry into the family violence crisis.
Family law fights and the litany of hits to the hip-pocketAustralia· 2026-08-01
Zali Steggall attended the Midwinter Ball with her husband.
Sportsbet’s hospitality proves irresistible for Labor MP Dan RepacholiAustralia· 2026-07-14
Independent MP Zali Steggall stated that 'He needs to learn to push back, lead by example and call it out as sexist.'
Australian PM Anthony Albanese issues 'unequivocal apology' for over controversial remarks on Kylie Minogue amid intense backlash |
India· 2026-07-06
Community Strong Australia MP Zali Steggall said Albanese should be leading by example as the leader of the nation.
PM apologises for crude Kylie Minogue remarksAustralia· 2026-07-05
Zali Steggall criticized Albanese for participating in the podcast game, calling it inappropriate.
Anthony Albanese apologises ‘unequivocally’ for podcast comment about Kylie Minogue | Anthony Albanese
United Kingdom· 2026-07-05
Party founder Zali Steggall attended the Midwinter Ball and took a selfie with Allegra Spender.
Midwinter Ball: All the guestsAustralia· 2026-07-01
Last month it emerged that independent MP Zali Steggall’s WhatsApp account was hacked in March as part of a phishing scheme believed to have been orchestrated by the Russian government.
Russian team participation sparks protest from Ukraine government and officialsAustralia· 2026-07-01
Zali Steggall has called for fallen colleagues Zoe Daniel and Kylea Tink to join her fledgling political party.
New political party seeks more teals in the dealAustralia· 2026-06-27
Zali Steggall likens Australia’s newest political party to a Boeing 747.
It’s party time for Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender. Now they must find some party-goersAustralia· 2026-06-26
Zali Steggall is one of the first politicians to join the new party Community Strong Australia.
Kerryn Phelps, the first teal MP for Wentworth, has many questions about this new partyAustralia· 2026-06-26
Teal independents Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender will form a new political party, Community Strong Australia.
Karl Stefanovic, Nine to part ways after Tommy Robinson podcast; teals Zali Steggall, Allegra Spender to form Community Strong Australia party; ASIO boss Mike Burgess criticises terror threat systemAustralia· 2026-06-25
Zali Steggall is forming a new political party, Community Strong Australia, to challenge the two-party system.
Teal independents Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender launch new political partyAustralia· 2026-06-24
Zali Steggall is a prominent independent politician involved in discussions about forming a new party.
Teal party would fall short of minor party status as independents back awayAustralia· 2026-06-23
Zali Steggall defeated Tony Abbott in the seat of Warringah in 2019.
Why his return to the spotlight risks overshadowing Angus TaylorAustralia· 2026-06-01
Fellow independent Zali Steggall said the prime minister bears the blame for the situation.
Visits Bondi synagogue and Moriah College in Sydney amid protestsAustralia· 2026-02-10
Zali Steggall is mentioned in relation to her indifference towards Australia's performance in the Winter Olympics.
The NRL can do nothing to stop rugby’s raids. And more stars may followAustralia· 2026-02-07
Independent MPs Zali Steggall, Sophie Scamps and Andrew Wilkie released a statement on Thursday condemning Herzog's visit.
Labor stalls on Trump’s invitationAustralia· 2026-02-05
Zali Steggall is a teal MP who declined interview requests about the topic.
Will a new political party be formed to represent the centre?Australia· 2026-01-30
The Teal parliamentarian, winter Olympian and world championship gold medallist in the slalom competed in the KosciMiler 100-mile marathon.
Even by FIFA’s standards, Donald Trump’s Peace Prize is a new lowAustralia· 2025-12-13
Zali Steggall is a member for Warringah and an Olympian who won bronze for Australia in slalom skiing in Nagano in 1988.
Zoe Daniel’s life after parliamentAustralia· 2025-12-01
Independent MP Zali Steggall also proposed amendments that were not accepted.
ABC to get $50 million boost as SVOD local content regulation finally becomes lawAustralia· 2025-11-27
Zali Steggall is recognized for her role as a communitarian centrist in Australian politics.
Why we won’t be swept up in the rising far-right tideAustralia· 2025-10-31
Zali Steggall responded to Bridget McKenzie, emphasizing the need for a sensible discussion on climate issues.
Albanese touches down in London; Trump’s warning to Americans on political violenceAustralia· 2025-09-26
Zali Steggall is an independent MP who assisted Shamikh in arranging visas for Mohammed and his family.
Two friends were about to launch Nippers for kids in Gaza – and then the war cameAustralia· 2025-09-11
Zali Steggall is an independent MP who proposed a private member’s bill to improve climate risk reporting and adaptation plans.
Nation on track for 2030 emissions target but deeper cuts neededAustralia· 2025-08-25
Zali Steggall is a Teal MP who accepted the scientific advice for net zero by 2035.
New carbon targets spark new carbon warfareAustralia· 2025-07-30
Boele will join fellow NSW teals Zali Steggall on the crossbench.
Liberal Bradfield candidate Gisele Kapterian prepared to challenge her election loss as Libs push Nick Greiner to fund caseAustralia· 2025-07-01
Zali Steggall is also joining Nicolette Boele on the crossbench as a fellow NSW teal.
Nicolette Boele wins final Bradfield recount, court challenge loomsAustralia· 2025-06-04
Zali Steggall in Warringah had a similar-sized swing.
Nicolette Boele ahead in BradfieldAustralia· 2025-05-19