Here are 10 reasons why I am an independent.

• I like to be bossed around by the community and not a political party.
• I have no strings attached and only the community influences me.
• I want to spend 100% of my time with the community and not waste it on party politics and pleasing party donors.
• I want to use my talent, my skills and my experience to make a real difference in the community.
• I want to truly represent the community in a direct way and not be insulated, hindered or shielded by a party.
• I want to say what I think and what I believe even if it makes other politicians feel uncomfortable.
• I want to remain my genuine self, I want the community to keep me humble and connected and I want the community to guide me.
• I want you the community to be involved in the decision making process and I will welcome this at all times.
• I want to revive your trust and belief in the parliamentary system.
• I believe politics can be done better.

A few fast facts:

• Decades ago 72% of people used to vote the same way at each election and now only 37% continue to vote for the same party. This reveals that people want change and are happy to change their voting behavior to ensure the best local community representation.
• Politicians are one of the lowest trusted professions in Australia with only 15% of people trusting politicians. I want to change this and prove to you that this shouldn’t be the case.
• Currently there are 13 independent members of the House of Representatives and 4 independent senators who all make valuable and unhindered contributions to the 47^th Parliament of Australia.