News
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Where the project is up to
Posted by Liam Rabone · September 10, 2026 1:21 PM
It has been a while since our last update, and quite a lot has happened since the election, even if most of it has been behind the scenes. This post sets out where things stand and what is coming up next.
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Recruiting A Community Organiser
Posted by Freyja Tasci · November 18, 2024 5:35 PM
We’re looking for a community organiser to support our grassroots community group, Independent for Sturt, to find and support a community independent candidate to run in the seat of Sturt at the next Federal election to be held no later than 24 May 2025.
The Community Organiser will be responsible for building and mobilising a volunteer base in preparation for independent representation in Sturt. This role is critical for engaging with community members and activating the community to have their voices heard and represented by our endorsed candidate. Key responsibilities include identifying community groups and leaders and developing relationship with them, volunteer recruitment, training, and onboarding, as well as managing outreach efforts, such as door knocking, in targeted neighbourhoods.
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Call for candidate launched!
Posted by Triton Tunis-Mitchell · September 12, 2024 10:34 AM
The search has begun for an independent candidate to challenge the Liberal Party in the federal seat of Sturt. The group, Independent for Sturt, launched its candidate search this week and is hosting community engagement events to better understand the needs and aspirations of the electorate.
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It starts like this.
Posted by Triton Tunis-Mitchell · July 21, 2024 3:23 PM
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” - Margaret Mead