As Australia approaches its election, opposition candidates are actively courting Chinese Australian voters, a demographic that previously supported the conservative Liberal-National coalition but shifted to Labor in 2022. Candidates like Grange Chung are utilizing Chinese social media platforms like WeChat to connect with voters, as nearly 60% of Chinese Australians use the app daily. Despite increased outreach efforts, some community members express frustration over being viewed merely as votes, highlighting a need for deeper political engagement beyond superficial targeting.
