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Greens senator takes leave amid allegations of inappropriate comments to women

ABC News Australia - Top Stories · 15 October 2026 at 2:15 pm

The Greens have confirmed WA senator Jordon Steele-John has taken leave after reports from the Sydney Morning Herald about allegations of inappropriate comments towards women.

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