• Former Liberal Party Senator for SA
• Changed party from Deputy-President on ; from Liberal Party on
• Became a Senator on — unknown
• Left Senate on n/a — Still in office

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Adjournment: St John Ambulance, Climate Change Authority (30 Jun 2026)

“Senators would be aware that I'm a proud volunteer with St John Ambulance. On 24 June 2026, we celebrated St John's Day around the world. It's a time of celebration and reflection. We recognise our volunteers and staff, reaffirm our commitment and rededicate ourselves to the service of our fellow citizens. I came across the sermon of the Right Reverend David Morris, who gave the reflection in...”

Bills: Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Bill 2026, Income Tax Rates Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Bill 2026; Second Reading (24 Jun 2026)

“I rise to speak on the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Bill 2026 and the Income Tax Rates Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Bill 2026. This legislation does not find favour with the Liberal Party—it may come as a surprise to you, Acting Deputy President!—for a variety of reasons. I appreciate the calls from the other side of the aisle to hear my wisdom on these bills. My...”

Adjournment: Social Cohesion (22 Jun 2026)

“Earlier this month I had the good fortune of being invited by Adireddy Yara, one of the founders of the Adelaide Telangana Association, to join them in their celebration of their state formation day. Telangana is the most recently created state within India, which occurred on 2 June 2014, so it's not only a celebration of them gaining franchise but also to acknowledge the hard work everyone...”

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• Has spoken in 24 debates in the last year — well below average amongst Senators.
• People have made 0 comments on this Senator's speeches — average amongst Senators.
• 5 people are tracking whenever this Senator speaks .
• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 115 times in debates — below average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)