GetUp hires David Sharaz for senior role as it takes on ‘democratic threat’ of conservative groups

Progressive organisation will focus on combating far-right groups and pushing for policy wins in the lead-up to the 2028 election

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Progressive political campaigning outfit GetUp has hired former journalist David Sharaz to a senior role, as it rebuilds organisational strength and pledges to take the fight up to conservative groups including Advance.

Sharaz – most recently a public relations executive – is married to former Liberal staffer Brittany Higgins, who was at the centre of the high profile rape case which has rocked federal politics since 2021.