Voices for Monash (V4M) has announced Deb Leonard as their candidate at the next Federal election.

The committee said after an extensive process and applicant EOI period, the two chosen applicants were presented at a members-only event (also live streamed) on July 28.

Both candidates answered a range of questions from members present and via online link, then voting was open to members for 24-hours to select their preferred candidate.

V4M Committee President Fiona McKenzie described the process as "a great example of community powered politics in action".

"I really appreciate that Tim O'Brien was willing to put his hat in the ring as participation is what strengthens democracy for everyone.

"The members had the choice of two excellent candidates and Deb will do a great job engaging with our members and the broader community, and hopefully, will be representing us all in Canberra next year."

Deb Leonard, a well-known lawyer from Phillip Island ran a short but successful three-month campaign in 2022 resulting in a strong third in the Federal election, gaining over 10 per cent of the primary vote. After preferences Deb secured almost 21 per cent of the total votes.

Monash is now considered a marginal seat with only a 2.9 per cent margin to the current member.

Climate200 has recognised Monash is a winnable seat for community independent representation and has supported V4M to run their candidate selection process, a V4M spokesperson said.

Accepting the nomination, Deb pledged to be positive and inclusive, representing all of the communities throughout Monash, saying in the lead up to the election, she will meet with community groups across the electorate to hear what their issues are and how she can best represent them.

"I am incredibly honoured and excited to receive endorsement from the members of Voices for Monash, to be the community independent candidate at the next Federal election," Deb said.

"It's so powerful that people can have a say in who represents them, and then work with that candidate to form policies that are suitable for this community. As an independent, I can prioritise our community's best interests, rather than being tied to party policy.

"An independent can work productively with both sides of government to make sure Monash gets the funding and infrastructure it deserves after being ignored by the major parties for so long," Deb continued.

"As we have seen from other community independents, I plan to bring common sense, integrity, and transparency to parliament.

"I thank the Voices for Monash committee for their hard work in ensuring a transparent and inclusive process allowing all parts of the community to participate. You'd never see a party preselection process livestreamed."

Deb also thanked Tim O'Brien saying it was a "courageous and generous act to offer yourself up as a community candidate".

"I urge all community members who care about their future and want to have a say in how we can improve our beautiful region to sign up to my mailing list and get involved in the campaign.

"This campaign is not just about me - we need the whole community on board to ensure its success, and we're going to have a lot of fun along the way.

"Join me in doing politics differently - together. I encourage all Monash voters to sign up to find out more about my campaign at debleonard4monash.com.au."