What happened to The Greens this year?

<p>One of the big stories of the 2025 election campaign was the wipeout of the Australian Greens.&nbsp;</p> <p>In a stunning defeat, they lost three out of their four lower house MPs, including their leader Adam Bandt.</p> <p>It left the party with big questions, about why they weren&rsquo;t growing at a time when young people are more progressive than ever.</p> <p>Now, more than six months out from the election, and under the leadership of Larissa Waters, they are beginning to show some signs of where the party wants to go next.&nbsp;</p> <p>Today,&nbsp;<em>Crikey c</em>olumnist Rachel Withers, on whether the Greens can claw back support, or if they&rsquo;ve taken the wrong message from their defeat.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at&nbsp;<a href="http://7ampodcast.com.au/support">7ampodcast.com.au/support</a>.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Socials:</strong><strong> </strong>Stay in touch with us on <a href="http://www.instagram.com/7ampodcast">Instagram</a></p> <p><strong>Guest:</strong> <em>Crikey c</em>olumnist Rachel Withers&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Photo:&nbsp;</strong>AAP Image/Mick Tsikas</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>