• Liberal Party Representative for Fairfax
• Shadow Minister for Foreign Affairs (since 17 Feb 2026)
• Entered House of Representatives on 2 July 2016 — Federal election
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Statements by Members: Energy (25 Mar 2026)

“The conflict in Iran is certainly bringing the most acute consequences of Australia's energy crisis to the fore. But let us make no mistake: the energy crisis now facing Australia did not happen overnight and it is not due to the crisis in Iran alone. This has been building for four long years under this Labor government—four years of failure of energy policy. We have had the energy...”

Bills: Migration Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Bill 2026; Consideration in Detail (11 Mar 2026)

“I wish to note for the House that the coalition, despite supporting the government in the passage of this bill through the House, has put forward eight questions to the minister, and the minister has chosen to not answer any of those questions. I think that is notable. I ask the minister if he will be prepared to commit to respond to me in writing at a later date in response to those eight...”

Bills: Migration Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Bill 2026; Consideration in Detail (11 Mar 2026)

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