Australia’s Most Unsuccessful Party Loses Another Leader
The Canberra Liberals, who have remained in opposition for twenty-four years, have lost yet another leader as Leanne Castley announced her resignation after a challenging year in the party’s top position.
Last year, the Labor Party secured its seventh consecutive victory in the ACT Assembly elections. The Liberals have not held power since former Chief Minister and Senator Gary Humphries was defeated by Jon Stanhope in the 2001 territorial election.
On Monday, both party leader Leanne Castley and her deputy Jeremy Hanson revealed they would resign to allow a new leadership team to emerge. Former radio presenter and current ACT Speaker Mark Parton is considered a strong contender to take over as leader.
“To give the Canberra Liberals the best possible chance of success in the 2028 election, we have made the decision to step down from leadership,” the pair said in a joint statement. “A vote will soon be held to elect a new leadership team, and neither of us will be contesting any leadership positions. We extend our full support and best wishes to those who will take on these important roles.”
Author’s Summary
After two decades in opposition, the Canberra Liberals face another leadership change as Leanne Castley and Jeremy Hanson step aside, hoping to renew the party’s fading momentum.
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