Warringah election: Candidates’ pitch before May 21 vote

Not sure where to direct your vote in Warringah? Check out our guide to all the candidates and their policies before casting your ballot.

Seven candidates have put up their hands to take the seat of Warringah in Saturday’s federal election.

The candidates have been invited to make their pitch to the electorate.

Here is why they believe they deserve your vote.

Liberal candidate for Warringah, Katherine Deves. Picture: Justin Lloyd.

KATHERINE DEVES, LIBERAL

I’m a working mum, raising my three daughters in Manly Vale.

I’m running because:

This election is the most important in a generation and people have a critical choice.

I want to ensure Warringah has a strong voice.

I understand the challenges faced by local families. I will fight to continue cost of living relief and to make sure our kids have the opportunities, services and support they need to succeed.

I want to ensure we continue to responsibly ease cost of living pressures, create more jobs, manage the transition to a net-zero-emissions economy, guarantee the essential services and keep Australians safe.

I will give Warringah families, retirees and businesses a strong voice in Canberra; protect our unique lifestyle and environment; and deliver the support, jobs and services our community deserves.

The Greens for Warringah, Kristyn Glanville. Picture: Supplied

KRISTYN GLANVILLE, THE GREENS

I live in Freshwater with my husband and son. I am an environment and planning lawyer and councillor on Northern Beaches Council.

I’m running because:

I am deeply concerned about climate change and the extinction crisis.

We need more than just a shift to renewables. We need a political system that is resistant to influence by billionaires, where we have greater community ownership of assets like electricity generation, and address inequality.

We need federal action on environmental threats like climate change, pollution and habitat loss; and to plan cities well to provide for all citizens without compromising the environment.

I’d like to see more investment in education and apprenticeships, the expansion of Medicare to include more mental health and dental services; and the tackling of unaffordability of housing and childcare.

Animal Justice Party candidate, Kate Paterson. Picture: Supplied

KATE PATERSON, ANIMAL JUSTICE PARTY

I am a local mum of three and have worked in our healthcare system for over 35 years as a registered nurse and midwife.

I have also worked in mental health, I am a mum to a couple of rescue dogs, and volunteer for WIRES rescuing sick and injured native wildlife.

I’ve always been passionate about animal welfare.

I’m running because:

We need a voice for animals and the environment in federal parliament.

My top priorities are banning live export; higher welfare for animals trapped in factory farms; the government recognising the indisputable link between animal agriculture and climate change; funding adequate resources to meet the needs of our mental health crisis; a fair go for nurses and midwives to ensure a robust health system; and greater protection for endangered native animals.

United Australia Party candidate, Andrew Robertson. Picture: Supplied

ANDREW ROBERTSON, UNITED AUSTRALIA PARTY

I’m a 31-year-old lawyer. I live in Brookvale with my wife and two young children and work in Balgowlah. I am a committed Christian.

I’m running because:

I’m not a career politician, however, after witnessing the destruction of free speech in Australia, the erosion of my freedom to practise my faith; and the insertion of government into every facet of my life, I decided to get involved.

My top priorities are safeguarding freedom of speech; protecting small businesses, (especially after) they were ravaged through the series of lockdowns and even called non-essential; restoring economic freedom to Australians via the repayment of our national debt; and protecting the environment without destroying businesses and/or families. I would like to see our wildlife and our environment conserved for our next generation.

One Nation Party candidate, Steven Tripp. Picture: Supplied

STEVEN TRIPP, ONE NATION

After the atrocious response to the pandemic, our government has lost its way. I was compelled to stand up.

I’m running because:

Of the abhorrent state of Australian politics; acutely evident by the neglect of Warringah.

My top priority is congestion. Warringah is suffering. The Spit Bridge must remain open.

Then, there’s overpopulation, which raises housing costs and lowers our standard of living.

I am not ruled by party factions, corporate donors, or globalist agendas. Nor am I invested in renewables. Zali’s renewables policy makes Australia energy dependent on China. One Nation will make Australia energy independent.

One Nation will continue its inquiries into family law. Aged care needs immediate reform. Discriminatory and divisive mandates need to end.

Independent MP for Warringah, Zali Steggall. Picture: Renee Nowytarger

ZALI STEGGALL MP, INDEPENDENT

I’m the independent federal Member for Warringah. I’m a local, an Olympic medallist and a former barrister.

For the past three years I’ve been listening to and representing our community, putting forward sensible solutions to today’s challenges.

I’m seeking re-election to:

Continue to stand up for the people of Warringah as an independent, rather than follow a party line.

I’m focused on putting forward sensible solutions across key policies, like supporting modern health care, creating an innovative circular economy and ensuring an inclusive society for all.

I will continue to drive action on climate change with the Climate Change Bill and the “5 Steps to Net Zero” plan. Finally, we need to raise the standards in Canberra and establish a Commonwealth Integrity Commission with strong powers without delay.

Labor candidate for Warringah, David Mickleburg. Picture: ALP

DAVID MICKLEBURGH, LABOR

As a volunteer solicitor and a committed activist for change, I’ve seen first-hand the impact of social and economic disadvantage and understands just how important it is to tackle inequality and injustice.

I’m running because:

I will work to make life better in Warringah by delivering equitable funding for aged care, better resourced local schools, safer roads, quality healthcare, and meaningful action on climate change.

As I travels around our area, I keep hearing how tired locals are of Government pork-barrelling and misuse of public funds, that’s why I’m committed to delivering a National Integrity Commission to hold politicians from all sides to account.

I will always stand up for secure, well-paying local jobs and will work hard to reverse the Morrison-Joyce Government’s cuts to universities, TAFEs and skills training.