Zoe Daniel on what it costs to win an election

<p>The historic teal wave at the last election delivered the two major parties their worst electoral results ever.</p><p>So, perhaps it’s no surprise that the government looks set to introduce new laws that could make it harder for newcomers to compete.</p><p>The minister responsible says he wants to address the “growing threat of big money in politics.” The rules could include a requirement that all donations over $1000 be disclosed and made public in real time, with caps on the amount that can be donated. </p><p>A cap on spending is also on the table –...