The new independent MP for Bradfield, Nicolette Boele has delivered her first speech in the House of Representatives.

Boele is still facing a last minute challenge by the un-successful Liberal candidate in the federal court over the seat (the Libs want the federal court to rule on ‘borderline’ ballots) but challenges do not stop Boele was being able to take her seat until the court says otherwise (if it does)

Mike Bowers was there:

The member for Bradfield Nicolette Boele delivers her first speech in the House of Representatives chamber of Parliament House, Canberra this morning. Photo by Mike Bowers for The New Daily

It wasn’t exactly a full house:

The member for Bradfield Nicolette Boele delivers her first speech in the House of Representatives chamber of Parliament House, Canberra this morning. Monday 28th July 2025.