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EPISODE · May 6, 2026 · 23 MIN

INTERVIEW: This ex-Liberal wants to bring together Greens and One Nation voters

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Is it possible to create a new major political party in Australia that would cater to both the left and right?Charlotte Mortlock thinks so.The former journalist and political staffer quit the Liberal party earlier this year, frustrated with what she says is a lack of ambition.Now she's launched a new movement called Something Better, which she hopes will eventually change Australia's political landscape.So is it a far-fetched dream or could it really work?Charlotte explains to Dave what her plan is and why she thinks young Australians could lead the way.Guest: Chartotte Morlock, founder Something BetterGet the whole story from hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

Is it possible to create a new major political party in Australia that would cater to both the left and right? Charlotte Mortlock thinks so. The former journalist and political staffer quit the Liberal party earlier this year, frustrated with what she says is a lack of ambition. Now she's launched a new movement called Something Better, which she hopes will eventually change Australia's political landscape. So is it a far-fetched dream or could it really work? Charlotte explains to Dave what her plan is and why she thinks young Australians could lead the way. Guest:  Chartotte Morlock, founder Something Better Get the whole story from hack: Follow us on Instagram and TikTok Subscribe to the hack podcast Listen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

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