House of RepresentativesIn officeIndependentNew South Wales · Division of WarringahMember of the House of Representatives
Zali Steggall
Profile
Zali Steggall is an Australian politician, barrister, and former elite alpine skier who has served as the independent Member of Parliament for Warringah since 2019. Before entering politics, she achieved international acclaim as an Olympic athlete, winning a bronze medal in slalom at the 1998 Winter Olympics and a gold medal at the 1999 World Championships. As a politician, Steggall is recognized as a pioneer of the 'teal' independent movement, focusing her platform on climate change action, integrity in government, and mental health. She holds a background in law, having practiced as a solicitor and barrister, and has served in various roles within sports administration and arbitration.
Details
- Born
- April 16, 1974 · 52 years old
- Birth place
- Manly, New South Wales, Australia
- Education
- Griffith University
- Career
- Alpine skier, solicitor, barrister, director of the Sport Australia Hall of Fame, arbitrator for the Court of Arbitration for Sport
