Green Party
“The Greens stand for a healthy environment and long-term policies. We are fighting for equal opportunity and recognition for minorities. We are committed to opposing globalisation and offering alternatives.”
Ruth Genner, co-president
The Green Party has its roots in various environmental groups that formed in the 1970s to prevent the construction of new motorways. In 1991 it experienced its biggest electoral success winning 6.1 per cent of the vote and 14 seats in the House of Representatives. However, the party could not hold onto the seats: in the 1995 and 1999 elections it only gained five per cent of the vote.
The Green Party is the fifth-largest party in parliament – the biggest party not represented in cabinet. The Greens currently have nine members in the House of Representatives but none in the Senate.
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