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.
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 coercive control legislation.
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.
