• Australian Labor Party Representative for Shortland
• Minister for Defence Industry (since 13 May 2025)
  Minister for Pacific Island Affairs (since 13 May 2025)
• Entered House of Representatives on 7 September 2013 — Federal election
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Questions without Notice: Defence Industry (3 Sep 2025)

“I thank the member for his question. Australia faces the most challenging strategic environment since 1945, and that's why the Albanese government is investing record amounts in the Australian defence industry to keep Australians safe and deliver a future made in Australia. I'm delighted to inform the House that, according to the latest statistics, the industry grew by 12½ per cent, and...”

Governor-General's Speech: Address-in-Reply (2 Sep 2025)

“Let me start by saying this: representing the people of Shortland is the greatest honour of my life. I'm incredibly thankful to my community for putting their trust in me once again. I won't take it for granted. I promise to keep working hard every single day to deliver for you and for our region. The result of the 2025 election sent a strong message across the country: Australians want a...”

Questions without Notice: Defence Procurement (28 Aug 2025)

“I thank the member for his question and applaud his commitment to Aussie manufacturing. The Albanese government has selected Mogami class as the preferred platform for our general-purpose frigates for the Navy. This frigate decision is the biggest capability decision made by this government since announcing the Optimal Pathway for our submarines. It delivers on our plan to double the surface...”

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• Has spoken in 14 debates in the last year — well below average amongst Representatives.
• People have made 1 comment on this Representative's speeches — above average amongst Representatives.
• This Representative's speeches are understandable to an average 17–18 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") 441 times in debates — above average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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