Climate action priority for Greens' Wannon candidate at federal election

She has announced her intention to vie for the seat of Wannon in the next federal election.

The 32-year-old, who is the founder of not-for-profit organisation Wild Places and grew up on a farm in north-western Victoria, said she would be campaigning for bold, necessary climate action at the next election.

"The people of this beautiful region are frustrated and they're concerned," she said.

"Both major parties have let them down and we are out of time.

"I intend to be a bold and inspirational advocate for people throughout our diverse community; to amplify their voices, and fight for a better future for all constituents."

Ms McAllister said the dire impacts of climate change were already affecting coastal ecosystems, agricultural districts and native forests throughout Wannon.

"There's no such thing as a safe seat in 2022," she said.

"As part of a Greens coalition government, my priorities will be effective and immediate action on climate, protection of environmental resources, addressing housing affordability and future-proofing regional agriculture with support for innovative and sustainable solutions."

"The Twelve Apostles Marine National Park must be protected.

"We know that any new gas mining adds to the already dangerous acceleration of climate change, and jeopardises both the pristine Southern Ocean ecosystems, and the economic life blood of thriving coastal communities.

"Not only should there be no new gas in the Otway Basin, but there should be no new gas, full stop."

"Our beautiful coastal communities aren't for sale - our farmers, small business owners and families need a strong voice.

"I will be a hardworking, bold representative for the people of Wannon so that we can flourish in a renewable, net zero future.

"And the best part is, if just a few hundred people changed their vote from the last election, the Greens can be in the balance of power and be able to push the next government to go further and faster on the climate crisis."