Jordon Steele-John’s position remains in limbo as Greens prepare for moment in spotlight

The Guardian · 10/23/2026, 6:22:10 AM

David Shoebridge’s newly-minted leadership under pressure over handling of misconduct allegations as Senate estimates looms Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast More than a week after allegations that Greens senator Jordon Steele-John had behaved inappropriately towards women made headlines, his position in the party remains in limbo and its new leader’s handling of the issue in question. David Shoebridge ’s first major challenge at the helm of the federal Greens came earlier this month when the Nine newspapers reported a three-page letter had been sent to him urging an independent investigation into Steele-John. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s Politics, really newsletter here Continue reading...