• Australian Labor Party Representative for Spence
• Entered House of Representatives on 21 May 2022 — Federal election
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Statements by Members: Eastick, Dr Bruce Charles (10 Feb 2026)

“Today I speak to acknowledge the life and legacy of Bruce Eastick, a giant of our community in the north and a man whose leadership, wisdom and service helped shape Gawler and South Australia for generations. Bruce's contribution to public life was defined by purpose and a genuine belief that public office is a responsibility to serve others. He served the people of the district of Light for...”

Statements by Members: Labor Government (9 Feb 2026)

“After the greatest public display of chucking the toys out of the cot, the Nats are back with the Libs. The coalition, the 'on-alition', the 'off-alition', the 'I-don't-know-what-alition'—same chaos, new week. One minute, they're breaking up; the next, they're back together, proving, once again, the only thing holding the coalition together is the fear of being alone. While they...”

Adjournment: Uni Hub Playford (5 Feb 2026)

“Last week I was joined by the Minister for Education to officially open Uni Hub Playford, our very own suburban university study hub located right in the heart of my electorate of Spence. This journey started quite some time ago, when I was a newly elected MP. I visited schools, speaking with students, teachers and principals. I spoke with families who wanted more for their children. I spoke...”

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• Has spoken in 58 debates in the last year — well above average amongst Representatives.
• People have made 0 comments on this Representative's speeches — average amongst Representatives.
• This Representative's speeches are understandable to an average 18–19 year old, going by the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level score.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 205 times in debates — average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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