April 08, 2022

Two doctors with GP experience are running as independent candidates in the May federal election. Though from different backgrounds, both have a firm belief in the power of advocacy.

April 07, 2022

The Liberal Party looks set to be forced to preferences in the blue-ribbon Sydney seat of Mackellar, as a new poll shows backbencher Jason Falinski faces a strong challenge from independent candidate Sophie Scamps. 

April 07, 2022

An expert panel of Anthony Whealy QC and Saffron Zomer discuss the current state of our political institutions, the need for greater political integrity and the ways in which we can ensure greater accountability from our politicians.   

April 03, 2022

An Independent candidate in the upcoming federal election has called for a parliamentary inquiry into the health impacts of climate change after recent flooding led to a gastro outbreak on the northern beaches. Sophie Scamps, who is vying to win the blue-ribbon Liberal seat...

April 01, 2022

Gordon Reid remembers the day he decided to run for federal Parliament. The young doctor was working in an emergency department struggling with a backlog of about 100 patients. More than a dozen ambulances were lined up outside.

April 01, 2022

Watch the ABC’s Fran Kelly talk about our campaign making “big inroads” and confirming Jason Falinski is “in real trouble.”    

March 28, 2022

Are you undecided about who you're going to vote for? Would you like to know more about Sophie and her policies? Then come to our first meet the candidate event at the Frenchs Forest Hotel 23rd March. https://youtu.be/pDosEWSjP2U

March 27, 2022

With the election likely to be called soon, our campaign is shaping up to achieve great things!  We have over 700 locals signed up to volunteer, many of whom have been out doorknocking, waving signs, letterbox-dropping the whole electorate and street-talking (or street-listening, as...

March 25, 2022

Across the city, businesswomen disillusioned by male-dominated politics are meeting to throw their support – and money – behind female candidates

March 25, 2022

Independent candidate for Mackellar Dr Sophie Scamps has revealed her health policy. Dr Scamps (main image) spoke with the Northern Beaches Advocate at Mona Vale Hospital on Thursday (24 March) about her six-point health policy, which has been informed by her experience as a...

March 14, 2022

It’s not unusual for doctors to foray into politics – former AMA Presidents, Dr Brendan Nelson, Professor Kerryn Phelps and Professor Brian Owler are just a few names that spring to mind. The NSW Doctor interviewed two candidates who are also hoping to make that career...