Josh Addison
@therealjoshieo.bsky.social
Australian Political Strategist | Parliamentary Adviser | Campaign Manager | Democracy Advocate
Ever wondered what could happen if the Liberals continue to abandon the moderate base… Have a read.
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The Redhead Strikes Back: Fish & Chip Lady, turned Senator, turns Leader of the Opposition?
Ipswich’s political matriarch could one day sit opposite the Prime Minister. It sounds absurd - until you look at the numbers.
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October 30, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Ever wondered what could happen if the Liberals continue to abandon the moderate base… Have a read.
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Reposted by Josh Addison
“Since arriving on the crossbench, Spender has emerged as parliament’s leading voice for tax reform….She’s one of the most prominent independent MPs, and more than a few in the federal opposition will privately admit they would love someone of her calibre within their own ranks.” #auspol
Meet the McKinsey analyst turned teal powerbroker
Allegra Spender, who could hold the balance of power after the next federal election, grew up in privilege but prides herself on being able to talk to anyone.
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January 23, 2025 at 10:31 PM
“Since arriving on the crossbench, Spender has emerged as parliament’s leading voice for tax reform….She’s one of the most prominent independent MPs, and more than a few in the federal opposition will privately admit they would love someone of her calibre within their own ranks.” #auspol
💔 Australia, my heart breaks. Don't fall for the major party spin—poor leadership and dodgy politics has stolen our spark, joy and aspirations.
I want better for us, for our kids, for our country.
Vote Independent. How the history of our country is written, is decided by how you vote! #turnthepage
I want better for us, for our kids, for our country.
Vote Independent. How the history of our country is written, is decided by how you vote! #turnthepage
January 17, 2025 at 7:45 AM
💔 Australia, my heart breaks. Don't fall for the major party spin—poor leadership and dodgy politics has stolen our spark, joy and aspirations.
I want better for us, for our kids, for our country.
Vote Independent. How the history of our country is written, is decided by how you vote! #turnthepage
I want better for us, for our kids, for our country.
Vote Independent. How the history of our country is written, is decided by how you vote! #turnthepage
@cathyindigovalley.bsky.social flipped the script, making it easier than ever to identify independents running grassroots campaigns across the nation. These movements are creating real, viable alternatives to the major parties.
This is politics done differently—and done the right way.
This is politics done differently—and done the right way.
How community independent campaigns actually work
I’m standing in Yulecart Memorial Hall on the Dartmoor-Hamilton Road, just west of Hamilton, Victoria. The building is 100 years old, made of bluestone and well used to community action. On the front ...
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January 11, 2025 at 1:01 PM
@cathyindigovalley.bsky.social flipped the script, making it easier than ever to identify independents running grassroots campaigns across the nation. These movements are creating real, viable alternatives to the major parties.
This is politics done differently—and done the right way.
This is politics done differently—and done the right way.
Reposted by Josh Addison
We’re very fortunate to have such a strong independent news media sector in Australia 👇👇
January 11, 2025 at 8:40 AM
We’re very fortunate to have such a strong independent news media sector in Australia 👇👇
What an extraordinary declaration for change!
Community + Independent Candidate: A movement worth joining! #auspol
@CommunityIndeps @SuzieHolt4Groom
Community + Independent Candidate: A movement worth joining! #auspol
@CommunityIndeps @SuzieHolt4Groom
January 11, 2025 at 8:21 AM
What an extraordinary declaration for change!
Community + Independent Candidate: A movement worth joining! #auspol
@CommunityIndeps @SuzieHolt4Groom
Community + Independent Candidate: A movement worth joining! #auspol
@CommunityIndeps @SuzieHolt4Groom
I did a personality test and apparently, I’m an ENFP-T – “Campaigner.” It’s like the universe took one look at me and said, “This one? Let’s make him love long hours, relentless optimism, and talking to strangers about democracy.”
But in all honestly, I’m quite chuffed, it was meant to be.
But in all honestly, I’m quite chuffed, it was meant to be.
January 6, 2025 at 10:59 PM
I did a personality test and apparently, I’m an ENFP-T – “Campaigner.” It’s like the universe took one look at me and said, “This one? Let’s make him love long hours, relentless optimism, and talking to strangers about democracy.”
But in all honestly, I’m quite chuffed, it was meant to be.
But in all honestly, I’m quite chuffed, it was meant to be.
Reposted by Josh Addison
Our CEO, Tom (4th from right), was thrilled to be in Parliament with Allegra Spender to launch her Tax Green Paper. The paper is a generous offer to inform our next parliament and grounds a call for action in intergenerational equity, highlighting how younger Australians are being “left behind”.
November 28, 2024 at 11:37 PM
Our CEO, Tom (4th from right), was thrilled to be in Parliament with Allegra Spender to launch her Tax Green Paper. The paper is a generous offer to inform our next parliament and grounds a call for action in intergenerational equity, highlighting how younger Australians are being “left behind”.
I dropped out at 14. Digital media launched my career, taking me from the streets of Ipswich to my adult life advising leaders in Parliament.
If this ban existed back then, I wouldn’t have stood a chance. Be prepared for kids from low-socioeconomic and rural backgrounds to be impacted most. #auspol
If this ban existed back then, I wouldn’t have stood a chance. Be prepared for kids from low-socioeconomic and rural backgrounds to be impacted most. #auspol
November 29, 2024 at 4:24 AM
I dropped out at 14. Digital media launched my career, taking me from the streets of Ipswich to my adult life advising leaders in Parliament.
If this ban existed back then, I wouldn’t have stood a chance. Be prepared for kids from low-socioeconomic and rural backgrounds to be impacted most. #auspol
If this ban existed back then, I wouldn’t have stood a chance. Be prepared for kids from low-socioeconomic and rural backgrounds to be impacted most. #auspol
Louder for those in the back!
We need electoral reform, but not in the form of a stitch up that favours the 2 party system and locks communities out of democracy. The government’s electoral reform bill needs proper scrutiny. Watch. Part 2.
November 19, 2024 at 9:59 PM
Louder for those in the back!
Just joined what feels like the political equivalent of the Star Wars rebellion—and I’m here for it!
The Suzie Holt 4 Groom campaign? Think Millennium Falcon taking down the Death Star. Let’s do this! #AusPol
The Suzie Holt 4 Groom campaign? Think Millennium Falcon taking down the Death Star. Let’s do this! #AusPol
November 15, 2024 at 11:53 PM
Just joined what feels like the political equivalent of the Star Wars rebellion—and I’m here for it!
The Suzie Holt 4 Groom campaign? Think Millennium Falcon taking down the Death Star. Let’s do this! #AusPol
The Suzie Holt 4 Groom campaign? Think Millennium Falcon taking down the Death Star. Let’s do this! #AusPol
NewsCorp conveniently overlooks the LNP isn’t the anti-establishment crusader it makes them out to be. Independents are the real solution to governments that left working-class Australians behind. There’s only so many times you can pull the wool over people’s eyes before they push back. #AusPol
November 15, 2024 at 7:17 AM
NewsCorp conveniently overlooks the LNP isn’t the anti-establishment crusader it makes them out to be. Independents are the real solution to governments that left working-class Australians behind. There’s only so many times you can pull the wool over people’s eyes before they push back. #AusPol
I run campaigns, advise politicians, and fight for the underdog.
I’m here for a space away from “the other place,” which has turned into a haven for right-wing extremism.
Follow along for grassroots campaign tips, political insights—and maybe a pic or two of my Nans!
I’m here for a space away from “the other place,” which has turned into a haven for right-wing extremism.
Follow along for grassroots campaign tips, political insights—and maybe a pic or two of my Nans!
November 15, 2024 at 1:45 AM
I run campaigns, advise politicians, and fight for the underdog.
I’m here for a space away from “the other place,” which has turned into a haven for right-wing extremism.
Follow along for grassroots campaign tips, political insights—and maybe a pic or two of my Nans!
I’m here for a space away from “the other place,” which has turned into a haven for right-wing extremism.
Follow along for grassroots campaign tips, political insights—and maybe a pic or two of my Nans!