• Australian Labor Party Representative for Greenway
• Minister for Communications (since 1 Jun 2022)
• Entered House of Representatives on 21 August 2010 — Federal election
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Bills: Broadcasting Services Amendment (Community Television) Bill 2024; Second Reading (15 Feb 2024)

“I move: That this bill be now read a second time. This bill will extend community television licences beyond the currently legislated 30 June 2024 expiry date and provide the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) with instrument-making powers for when an alternative use for the spectrum is identified in the future. Community television adds crucial diversity to the Australian...”

Questions without Notice: Gambling Advertising (12 Feb 2024)

“I thank the member for her very important question, and I acknowledge her longstanding advocacy in this area, as well as that of many other members of this House. Like many Australians, the government is very concerned about the extent of gambling ads and their impacts, which is one of the reasons why we established the House of Representatives inquiry into online gambling and the impacts on...”

Questions without Notice: Telecommunications (7 Feb 2024)

“I thank the member for her question and I particularly acknowledge her tireless advocacy for the highest-quality broadband for her constituents. In 2024, staying connected is an essential part of life, whether it's to keep in touch with loved ones, to log on for work, to study or to engage with government. The communications sector supports us all to stay connected, but when it comes to...”

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• Has spoken in 41 debates in the last year — well below average amongst Representatives.
• People have made 3 comments on this Representative's speeches — well above 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") 438 times in debates — above average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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