Andrew Wilkie is the federal member for Clark in Tasmania, first elected as an Independent in 2010, in what was then the safe Labor seat of Denison. He has been re-elected on increasing margins since, demonstrating the satisfaction of his constituents with their independent representation. He is active on a range of issues affecting his […]
Join us for an update on all our work, ask us questions and help with planning our upcoming events, particularly the big one with Senator David Pocock, and also help make some more Beangong moths. You can email us to let us know you're coming, or just turn up.
The community independents movement is transforming Australian politics, from the election of Cathy McGowan to the seat of Indi in 2013, the election of Zali Steggall in Warringah in 2019 and then six more community independents in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth in 2022. The current crossbench of 18 is tipped to grow at the next […]
Join us for this webinar to hear about the issues with Australia’s lobbying regulations. What opportunities are there for monitoring and limiting undue influence of lobbying by commercial entities on public policy and the health and wellbeing of Australians and the environment? Jennifer Lacy-Nichols is a Commercial Determinants of Health Research Fellow, University of Melbourne. […]
Voices of Bean has been busy all year generating support for the idea of a Community Independent in the Australian Parliament for the electorate of Bean. Canberra has already tasted success in the election of Independent Senator David Pocock, and we’re delighted that he will join us for this discussion. We’ve had 800 conversations so […]
Knocking on doors is such a great way to meet people in the community and hear what is important to them. And as we move towards having a candidate and going into campaign phase, knowing what is important to the people of Bean is more important than ever. It might seem daunting, but if you […]
Voices of Bean is a year old! Everyone in the Voices of Bean community is warmly invited to join us in celebrating our anniversary, our progress and anticipating the exciting next stage of our journey towards a Community Independent MP. There's no need to bring anything, we'll have democracy sausages and softies. Please register to […]
Join us for this online panel to hear four local comedians discuss the importance of comedy in a political landscape, and why political satire is universally enjoyed. The event will be a moderated panel discussion with the opportunity for a Q&A at the end. Our panellists are: Sarah Stewart, Caitlin Maggs, Laura Johnston and Felix […]
NEW VENUE and slightly later time: It’s time for the big one! After a year of building a grassroots movement, listening to the community and finding out what you would like to see in an independent candidate, Voices of Bean is endorsing an outstanding community member to be our voice at the next federal election. […]
Volunteering on Election Campaigns as a Public Servant - Everything You Wanted to Know But Were Too Scared to Ask… Are you a public servant interested in getting involved in a political campaign in the next federal election? Perhaps you’re concerned about what you can - and can’t - do as a public servant? The […]
