• Liberal Party Representative for Grey
• Entered House of Representatives on 3 May 2025 — Federal election
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Matters of Public Importance: Economy (5 Feb 2026)

“As the member for Casey rightly pointed out earlier, the first steps to solving a problem is to recognise that you have one. Indeed, this government do not recognise a problem that is right in their faces. Inflation is rampant. It has increased by 3.8 per cent just recently. Again, we see another interest rate rise hurting families, hurting small business, crushing our economy. Government...”

Statements: Australia Day Honours and Awards (5 Feb 2026)

“Today I'm honoured to congratulate the local everyday heroes recognised in the 2026 Australia Day Honours list in Grey. Ms Jennifer Holmes from Port Vincent. Jennifer has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia. She has been recognised for her incredible work in community health. Mr Douglas Ahola from Risdon Park received the Medal of the Order of Australia for his service to the...”

Bills: Excise Tariff Amendment (Draught Beer) Bill 2025, Customs Tariff Amendment (Draught Beer) Bill 2025; Second Reading (3 Feb 2026)

“Let me start by saying quite clearly that the Liberal Party supports the freeze on the beer excise indexation. Personally, I support reducing excises, especially in our pubs and clubs, and so we welcome this relief for every Australian who enjoys a cold one. I know I certainly do. The small country towns that I represent—I represent the most in this place—rely on three things: the...”

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