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What does it mean to be independent in Australian politics?

Answer: A politician who is not affiliated with any political party

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A politician who is not affiliated with any political party

A politician who belongs to multiple political parties

A politician who is opposing the political ideals of the party that he or she is a member of

A politician who is going into retirement

Chapter: Government and the law in Australia

Some do not belong to any political party, and they are called ‘independents’.

- Our Common Bond (pdf version),
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