The ACT Liberals plan to recriminalise methamphetamine possession and use if elected, citing an "extraordinary" rise in drug use. Harm reduction advocates argue this ignores evidence and stigmatises users, while police association highlights community harm and organised crime.
The ACT Liberals plan to recriminalise methamphetamine possession and use, citing "extraordinary" rises in ACT drug use. Harm reduction advocates argue this ignores evidence and stigmatises users, while police highlight community harm and organised crime.
Former Canberra Liberals leader Leanne Castley quit the party alleging bullying and a threat of physical assault. Current leader Mark Parton and MLA Chiaka Barry acknowledged a heated discussion but denied any physical threat, stating it was a misunderstanding and a response to Castley verbally embarrassing Barry.
Canberra Liberals leader Mark Parton and MLA Chaika Barry have denied allegations of a threat of physical assault made by former leader Leanne Castley, who quit the party citing 'toxic culture'.
Canberra Liberals leader Mark Parton and MLA Chiaka Barry have denied allegations of a threat of physical assault made by former leader Leanne Castley, who quit the party citing a toxic culture. Castley has lodged a formal complaint.
Leanne Castley quit the Canberra Liberals citing a toxic culture, bullying, and threats. Her successor Mark Parton rejected the claims. Commentators note a pattern of women facing higher standards in politics.
Leanne Castley's resignation from the Canberra Liberals, citing a "toxic culture," highlights a pattern of women leaving leadership roles. Commentators suggest women face higher standards in politics, while former colleagues debate the implications for the party's electoral prospects.
Former Canberra Liberals leader Leanne Castley has resigned from the party, citing a "toxic culture" including bullying and intimidation. She will sit as an independent for the remainder of her term and expressed pride in the coercive control legislation.
Former Canberra Liberals leader Leanne Castley has resigned from the party, citing a "toxic culture" including bullying, intimidation, and a threat of physical assault. She will now sit as an independent for the Yerrabi electorate.
Former Canberra Liberals leader Leanne Castley has resigned from the party, citing a "toxic culture" including bullying and intimidation. She will sit as an independent for the remainder of her term and expressed pride in the recent coercive control legislation.
