Speaker, consultant, author, journalist and former Independent federal member for Goldstein
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Today, Tim Wilson has been officially declared as the Member for Goldstein.
I wish him the best, trusting that he serves our community with integrity and effectiveness.
I’m deeply proud of our honest, hopeful campaign. To our incredible volunteers: you are the heart of this movement. You’ve shown that politics can be done differently.
This time, Independence didn’t win.
But tomorrow, it will.
Because the future is still ours to shape—and you are its rock.
With deep gratitude, Zoe
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It’s been a long process, and after a recount of about 75% of the votes cast, there were only a few votes in it.
Today we did not win. But we are not defeated. Hard things are hard, and a better kind of politics is worth fighting for.
See you in 2028? Maybe!
Link to video piped.video/mpkeFXjpkk0
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The Australian Electoral Commission has agreed to conduct a partial recount in Goldstein.
I will be making no further comment until the process is complete.
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Today we vote. And we remember what we’ve built—honest, community-powered, brave. If you’ve had enough of the excuses, vote 1 Zoe Daniel. Let’s keep Goldstein independent. Let’s finish what we started—together. #Goldsteinvotes
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Unlike our debate-shy opponent, this billboard is showing up everywhere.
It’s Change on Wheels. See you tomorrow, Goldstein. Vote 1 Zoe Daniel. #goldsteinvotes #aauspol #voteindependent
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Early voting has closed and tomorrow is election day. Thank you to my incredible volunteers. Tomorrow, please exercise your democratic right and go out and vote Independent.
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Given up on owning a home? You’re not alone. While young people get locked out, the big parties keep rolling out the same tired promises in hi-vis. Short-term gimmicks, long-term damage. Independence works. Otherwise, it’s just Same Old, Same Old. #auspol #Goldsteinvotes
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Peter Dutton has done a preference deal with One Nation. If you didn’t know, that’s the point—they’re hoping you won’t notice. This is what the Liberal Party has become. In Goldstein, we say no to fear and division. #VoteIndependent #Goldstein #Auspol
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At the Early Childhood Australia Forum, I called for a Cabinet-level Minister for Children to lead a national response to child wellbeing. If re-elected, I’ll keep fighting to put children’s needs front and centre in policymaking.
#EarlyChildhood #IndependenceWorks
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Thank you to Ian Smith, everyone’s favourite TV neighbour, Harold Bishop.
Ian is voting 1 Zoe Daniel with what may be his last ever vote. I'm so grateful for his belief in me, his belief that keeping Goldstein independent is exactly what the parliament needs.
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Everyday Australians pay their fair share while billionaires and multinationals dodge the tax. hy hasn’t it changed? Same Old, Same Old for 24 years since the GST. If we want a fair tax system, need Independents in the room. Otherwise, it’s just more of the Same Old, Same Old.
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The Liberal party is preferencing One Nation ahead of every other party in almost every seat in the country. A vote for Peter Dutton and the Liberal Party is a preference for Pauline Hanson. #Goldsteinvotes #auspol
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950 early voting shifts. Contagious energy. Real conversations, real change.
You can’t stop a movement — Independence works. 🩵 🧡 🩵
#GoldsteinVotes #auspol
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Early childhood education is key to lifelong learning, opportunity, and wellbeing.
Tonight, I’m joining the 2025 Early Childhood Australia Federal Election Forum to share my vision and hear your questions.
Register: ow.ly/PAqi50VJnG6
#IndependenceWorks
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We’re bringing the energy — and the change to politics! 💃🧡
Let’s make the moves toward a better future together.
Vote for leadership that’s positive, fearless and independent. #Goldsteinvotes #auspol
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Early voting is OPEN. Millions of Australians have voted already and you can still apply for a postal vote until 6pm on Wednesday, April 30 OR vote on Saturday, May 3. Go to aec.gov.au for early voting locations & more info. Vote 1 Zoe Daniel, then number every box.
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Same Old, Same Old: coal, gas, delay. Floods, fires, soaring bills — and still no real climate action. We’re paying the price with our homes, our wallets, and our future. If we want change, we need independents in the room. Independence works for the climate. #Goldsteinvotes
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A huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers who have doorknocked across Goldstein this week. Your energy and conversations make a real difference. Let’s keep it going!
#GoldsteinVotes #IndependenceWorks #Election2025
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Empty chairs = empty promises. As your Independent, I stand up, speak up and show up — every time. Goldstein deserves more than this — it deserves commitment.
In 2025 Independence works, even harder. #Goldsteinvotes
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Great energy at OUR HOUSE on Saturday. So inspiring to see young people connecting, sharing ideas, and leading the way on climate, justice, and community. Your voice matters more than ever — let’s keep building the future together.
#GoldsteinVotes #IndependenceWorks
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Thank you to the Glen Eira Chinese Senior Citizens Group and the Bentleigh Chinese Community Association for the warm welcome! A special thanks to Mei Cao and Edward Xu for translating and helping make these conversations possible.
#Goldstein #IndependenceWorks
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Honoured to join ANZAC Day commemorations across Goldstein — at Black Rock Sports Club, Beaumaris FC & RSL, and the VAJEX 110th ANZAC Commemoration.
Thank you to all who organised and attended.
Lest we forget.
#ANZACDay2025 #Goldstein
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Other campaigns have signs you can see from the street. Our grassroots campaign has this one. Wait for it.
Image credit: Mark Clair.
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We can't afford to go backwards on climate. The Coalition wants to wind targets back. Labor won’t go far enough. Independents hold the line — and push for real progress. Stronger targets. Clean energy. Faster action. Independence works. #Goldsteinvotes #auspol
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A nurse. A teacher. A small biz owner — paying more tax than a multinational. That’s not fair. And the major parties? They've let it slide. A balanced parliament changes that. Independents keep tax reform on the table. Independence works. #auspol #VoteIndependent
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This ANZAC Day, I joined services in Hampton, Elwood, Bentleigh & Black Rock to honour those who served, sacrificed, and still serve.
Thank you to those who represented me at Caulfield & Highett RSL.
Lest we forget.
#ANZACDay2025 #Goldstein
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Showing up for Goldstein on 7.30 tonight. Interview with Sarah Ferguson here at the link.
piped.video/watch?v=-aFCTyWo…
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Peter Dutton: “I’m not a scientist.”
Zoe Daniel: “Neither am I. That’s why I listen to them.”
When experts warn us about climate change, real leaders act—not hide.
Vote 1 Zoe Daniel. Because denial isn’t leadership.
#ClimateAction #VoteIndependent #GoldsteinVotes
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Join us on Monday 28 April at Moorabbin Bowls Club for the last Politics in the Club before Election Day.
Register here: ow.ly/cxLU50VGM8X
#GoldsteinVotes #IndependenceWorks
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The activity test for childcare punished mums trying to work and set back the development of kids, mostly from low-income families. That's why I worked so hard to get it abolished. Now the Liberals want to bring it back. Early childhood education isn’t a luxury — it’s essential.
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This week, I joined The Briefing to discuss the rise of independents, key issues for the 2025 election, and why more Australians are backing leaders focused on integrity, transparency, and local action.
Listen here: ow.ly/nXXL50VFWFt
#AusPol #GoldsteinVotes
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Tune in to my conversation with Liz Ellis and Carolyn Swindell on the No Dribble podcast.
We talk leadership, netball, and the importance of supporting women’s sport in Australia.
Listen here: ow.ly/oeeG50VFVIt
#NoDribble #WomensSport #Leadership
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Honour our veterans and service members this ANZAC Day 2025.
Join local dawn services and commemorations across our community to pay tribute to their courage and sacrifice.
For details on other services, visit: zoedaniel.com.au/2025/04/22/…
Lest we forget.
#ANZACDay2025 #Goldstein
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Childcare is still too hard, too expensive, and too many families miss out. We pushed for a 3-day guarantee—real progress, but not enough. Early learning should be universal.
Independents in a balanced parliament can make it happen.
Independence works.
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Want to keep Goldstein Independent? Vote 1 Zoe Daniel. Then number every box 2–7. Your vote won’t count unless you do. I won’t tell you how to preference, that’s your call. Early voting starts today. Got a postal vote? Send it back now. Let’s keep Goldstein Independent.
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REMINDER: Pre-poll opens tomorrow. Over 1/3 of Aussies vote early, for work, family, travel, or just to get it done. Vote in Hampton, Cheltenham, or Brighton. Check AEC for hours. I’ll be out with our amazing vols, come say hi! Most importantly, vote early. Have your say.
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Here is Team Zoe this Easter weekend. Brave, committed and always, always showing up for their community. Independence works. Let’s go Goldstein.
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I’m proud to be joining the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre’s Goldstein Candidate Forum to speak directly with our community about my commitment to fair, humane and rights-based refugee policy.
Register here: action.asrc.org.au/goldstein…
#GoldsteinVotes #IndependenceWorks
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Gambling ads are everywhere—even during the footy. It’s not normal, and it’s not okay.
I’ve written the bill to ban them. It’s ready.
The major parties stalled.
In a balanced parliament, we can make it law.
Independence works.
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They say only the major parties can govern. But when I ask people if things are getting better—fairer tax, affordable housing, real climate action, safer communities—the answer is almost always no. One voter put it best: “It’s a choice between sh1t and sh1tter.” #Goldstein
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According to Peter Dutton, policies promoted by Deloitte, The Productivity Commission and The Business Council are ‘radical’,’ extreme’ and even ‘communist’. Confused? You’re not the only one…
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A sickening video targeting one of my female crossbench colleagues shows just how low politics has sunk. Abuse, lies and now a metaphor for violence against women—while women die each week from gender-based violence. Silence from male leaders is not good enough. The women of the crossbench won’t be cowed.
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A balanced parliament means no one party has all the power. They have to listen, negotiate & act. That’s how independents have delivered progress on climate, tax, housing & more. Not spin—results. This is what Australia needs.
Independence works.
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Pre-poll opens Tuesday, April 22. Over 1/3 of Aussies vote early—for work, family, travel, or just to get it done. Vote in Hampton, Cheltenham, or Brighton. Check AEC for hours. I’ll be out with our amazing vols, come say hi! Most importantly, vote early. Have your say. #auspol
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Asked what policies he had for women, Dutton offered a fuel discount for “women driving to work or driving kids around.” What about safety, Peter? Early education? Workforce participation? Seriously — vote independent. Independence works for women.
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I’ve had Goldstein mums beg me to act before their kids die. Eating disorders aren’t niche — they’re everywhere. We've delivered real action, including support at Headspace Bentleigh. I’ll fight for those kids every day. This is why and how Independence works.
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Great chat with Neil Mitchell on why both political parties are keeping you in the dark.
Click to listen: zoedaniel.com.au/2025/04/15/…
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The two-party system? Expired. Band-aid promises, no real plans. Goldstein showed there’s a better way: Independent, community-led, focused on results. Back what works. Back independence. Send a message they can’t ignore. #GoldsteinVotes #Auspol
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I’ve been fighting for this since before the last election. Thanks to our advocacy, both major parties have come to the table and committed $1.8 million to upgrade Trevor Barker Oval and build change rooms for women and girls.
#IndependenceWorks
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Your kids watching footy this weekend are also seeing gambling ads—on screen, on socials, and even the AFL app. I’ve introduced a bill to ban them. The parties won’t act—but I will. In this election, choose leadership that puts kids first. #BanGamblingAds #GoldsteinVotes
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Fairness in sport means proper facilities for women & girls.
This $1.8M upgrade to Trevor Barker Oval has been years in the making — and now it’s happening.
More to do, but this is a great start. Community over politics. That’s how we get results.
#Goldsteinvotes #auspol
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I’m proud to be joining the National Family Violence Election Forum to discuss how we plan to end family violence in Australia. This is your chance to be part of a powerful national conversation.
Register now: ow.ly/ectj50VxTsY
#NoToViolence #IndependenceWorks
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It's been a huge week in Goldstein. On Sunday night over 1100 people packed Kingston City Hall for our official campaign launch! A celebration of courage, community & doing politics differently. Today is the day we win! Independence is the Difference. #auspol #GoldsteinVotes
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AUKUS isn’t just about submarines — it’s about trust, leadership, and protecting Australia’s future. We’ve spent $800M with no plan, no guarantees, and no Plan B. I’m calling for a full, independent review. Good allies ask — and answer — hard questions. #AUKUS #GoldsteinVotes
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A huge thank you to everyone who joined us at the Hampton Community Centre last night for the Parents for Climate Cost of Living Forum. It was great to have a civilised discussion with my fellow candidates on the pressures facing families.
#Goldstein #IndependenceWorks
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Join me at Politics in the Club next Monday 14 April in Bentleigh to learn more about how Independence Works.
Bring your friends, neighbours, and anyone interested in doing politics differently.
Register here: zoedaniel.com.au/event/polit…
#IndependenceWorks #Goldstein
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Had enough of politics-as-usual? Me too. That’s why I fought to ban gambling ads—standing up to betting giants, media networks, and sporting codes. I don’t answer to party bosses. I serve you. That’s integrity. That’s how we change politics. #GoldsteinVotes
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When I promised to speak up for women who are not in the room, I meant it. The Liberals opposed pay gap laws, super on parental leave & better pay for educators. We can’t go backwards. Fairer super, universal childcare & safer communities matter. That’s my commitment. #auspol
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A vote for the Liberals in Goldstein is a vote for Dutton - whose backflips keep piling up—WFH, public service cuts, dual-national deportations, Price’s "efficiency" plan. What’s next? Goldstein deserves better. Independence works #goldsteinvotes #auspol
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If you haven’t enrolled yet and want to vote in the federal election, you must do so by 8pm tonight, Monday, the 7th of April. To do so, visit aec.gov.au. It takes just a few minutes.
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The Coalition is going to this election with no 2030 emissions target. None. If you care about real climate action—how is that meant to work? No checkpoints, no certainty for business, and the cost? It lands on our kids. We can’t afford more climate delay.
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🏃♀️🏃 On Saturday, Mel and Lana ran 35km around the boundary of Goldstein — wearing campaign tees and running for change. Because this is a campaign quite literally run by the community. Every step a statement. #GoldsteinVotes #IndependenceWorks
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Enjoy an extra hour of sleep!
Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, April 6, 2025. At 3:00 am Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), clocks will be set back one hour to 2:00 am (AEST).
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Oh look 👀 found a (real) tradie! Thanks for the support CJ.
#IndependenceWorks #auspol #GoldsteinVotes
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Proud to support @MovemberAUS’s 2025 Election Platform.
Nearly 30% of men in Goldstein die before 75. We need more investment in men’s health – for stronger families, communities & a healthier Australia.
Learn more at movember.com
#Movember #Goldstein
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Unlike the major parties, independents vote on evidence—not ideology. We listen, act on facts, and deliver results. From HECS relief to climate laws, I back good ideas—no matter where they come from. That’s how real change happens.
#IndependenceWorks #GoldsteinVotes
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Violence against women is a critical issue: 1 woman is killed every week by a man she knows. Over 50% of local police calls are domestic violence. Why aren't the major parties talking about this? We have a national plan that needs to be adequately funded. #auspol
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Asked a reasonable question about AUKUS and Trump. Was told it’s “not wise” — not “in our national interest” — to even ask. $368 billion on subs, no Plan B, and bipartisan silence?
Yeah, right.
Vote Independent. Because questions matter. #AUKUS #Goldstein #IndependenceWorks
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The Brighton Classic Car Show is back!
Get down to Firbank Grammar this Sunday from 10am to 2pm. It will be a thrilling day for classic car enthusiasts and families alike, featuring 120 stunning cars, entertainment, food, and fun for all!
#BrightonClassicCarShow #CommunityEvent
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🏉 Call the full-time whistle on betting ads 🏉
Australia’s sports betting industry rakes in over $50 billion pa, and the AFL is one of its biggest showcases. But kids aren’t just learning the names of their favourite players—they’re learning the odds.
🚫 Ban Gambling Ads. Now.
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Trump’s attack on freedom of speech reduces truth, frighteningly, at a time when the capacity to influence public opinion with lies and propaganda is outsized.
My piece today in The Guardian. ow.ly/luYQ50VmI9X
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Exciting news! Triumph of Good Incorporated has launched FREE weekly singing sessions for seniors (50+).
Get down Hampton Senior Citizens Centre to relax, sing, and connect with your community!
Register here: trybooking.com/1320426
#CommunityMusic #Goldstein #TriumphOfGood
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Have your say!
SRLA is accepting submissions on the draft plans until 11:59PM on Tuesday, April 22. Complete the survey or join a community consultation to learn more, and share feedback.
Visit: zoedaniel.com.au/2025/03/19/… the link in bio to register and complete your submission.
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Next week I will be back in Canberra for budget week, and we have prepared a Goldstein budget submission that reflects what our community is seeking for our local area. I'll be fighting for those priorities for you #IndependenceWorks
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