The rise of the teal independents and the battle for Wentworth

This election, teal independent candidates are facing off against Liberal MPs in some of Australia’s wealthiest electorates – focusing on issues such as the climate crisis and the need for a federal corruption body. One of the tightest contests is in the Sydney seat of Wentworth, where independent Allegra Spender – backed by fundraising vehicle Climate 200 – is up against the moderate Liberal MP Dave Sharma. Political reporter Josh Butler breaks down the role of the teal independents in this election, and speaks to Allegra Spender plus voters in Wentworth about the key issues