Teal independents formalise as political party, gaining campaign firepower

Zali Steggall and Allegra Spender registered Community Strong Australia as a political party on 25 June, shifting the teal independents from loose coalition to formal structure. This unlocks shared campaign infrastructure and coordinated spending rules. The real test: whether they expand beyond their current strongholds in affluent seats like Warringah and Wentworth, or stay niche.