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Larissa Waters resigns as Greens leader due to health issues

The Guardian · September 28, 2026Original source ↗

Larissa Waters resigns as Greens leader due to health issues

What happened

Larissa Waters has announced her resignation as leader of the Greens, citing a decline in her pre-existing kidney disease. A party meeting is scheduled for next week to select her successor.

Why it matters

This leadership change may impact the direction and strategies of the Greens party.

How this story affects people

How does this story affect you if you are a member of the Greens party?

This leadership change directly affects party members as they will need to adapt to new leadership and potential shifts in party strategy. The upcoming selection of a new leader could influence the party's priorities and direction moving forward.

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