• Australian Labor Party Representative for Calwell
• Entered House of Representatives on 3 May 2025 — Federal election
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Constituency Statements: Brotherhood of St Laurence: Youth Transitions Support Pilot Program (5 Feb 2026)

“Last week I joined the Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Anne Aly, in my electorate for a visit to the Brotherhood of St Laurence, where, together, we heard directly from young people in our community who have participated in their Youth Transitions Support Pilot Program. The YTS Pilot Program supports young refugees aged 15 to 25, providing guidance and practical support to help them...”

Bills: Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill 2025; Second Reading (5 Feb 2026)

“I rise to speak in support of the Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill. This reform reflects our government's ongoing commitment to maintaining and strengthening the services that millions of Australians rely on each and every day. In my electorate, interactions with our healthcare system is a lived experience for many. It is something many people live...”

Questions without Notice: Medicare (4 Feb 2026)

“My question is to the Minister for Health and Ageing. How are the Albanese Labor government's record investments in bulk-billing helping to strengthen Medicare after a decade of cuts and neglect?”

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• Has spoken in 24 debates in the last year — below 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 16–17 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") 12 times in debates — well below average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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