This election result, with its strong assertion by independent candidates, is a endorsement of progressive politics (“A New Dawn: Labor to Form Government After Blue Blues Shakes Libs”, May 22). It emphasizes the importance not only of those who make up our federal parliament, but also of those whose voices are heard and how its members work together with integrity to achieve the best results for our nation and its people. Meredith Williams, Northmead
The prediction of the election would be a “game changer” turned out to be correct. The election of the Greens and the pro-independence party has confirmed this. Parliament will now take EU, national and international issues seriously. And not just be bought for the selfish interests of a few rich people.
And elections will no longer be boring, mandatory three-year events. The issues that the community voted on will mean that the community sees them implemented. Political activism will once again be an important social activity. The important role it played historically is now back on the agenda. We are living in interesting times. Reg Wilding, Wollongong
The Liberals suffered a fizzle democracy. The Shearmans, Darlington
Of all the congratulations to Anthony Albanese, Malcolm Turnbull’s message was kind. “You’re a good man, and in difficult times, character is what counts. Lucy and I wish you all the best.” Patricia O’Brien, Rozelle
Teal promise fulfilled
Just one day after the parliamentary election of Allegra Spender, replacing Dave Sharma in Wentworth, one of his pre-election promises (“Teals to zero in on climate and corruption”, May 22) has been fulfilled. ). His posters promised, “A better climate for Wentworth.” It has arrived safely. I could get on my ferry without being approached with enthusiastic green wheat suits and without having to run the A-frame glove. The environment is also improved by removing pollution from tree posters and electric poles. Alan Slade, Dover Heights
I’m a middle-aged white man living in a rich suburb and I can’t tell you how happy I am to see so many capable and well-qualified women voting. And more importantly, whether they are blue, red, or blue-green, their contribution should help change the way we do politics. Enough with the striking, win-lose model and more with the win-win advisory model, please. Donald Sleer, Manly
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You stopped voting, Scott Morrison (“NSW fails to save Morrison government”, May 25) John Maunsell, Randwick