• Australian Labor Party Representative for Paterson
• Entered House of Representatives on 2 July 2016 — Federal election
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Private Members' Business: Pacific Australia Labour Mobility Scheme (25 Aug 2025)

“Tonight I rise to speak about one of the great success stories—the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility scheme or PALM. I want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible contribution of Pacific Islander people to our nation. They are amongst the friendliest and most resilient individuals I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. Many leave their families behind for extended periods,...”

Statements by Members: Child Abuse: Childcare Centres (24 Jul 2025)

“During the campaign I spoke to an elderly gentleman in my electorate about the things we were delivering as a government. I mentioned child care and he said, 'Oh, love, my kids and my grandkids are all grown up, so it doesn't affect me. Anyway, I'm off for a blood test.' I stopped and I thought: I wonder if the blood collector or the pathologist has a child in child care? The thing is that...”

Questions without Notice: Energy: Gas (27 Mar 2025)

“My question is to the Minister for Resources. How is the Albanese Labor government ensuring that Australian households and businesses have access to affordable and reliable gas supply, and how does this compare to other gas policies?”

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• Has spoken in 30 debates in the last year — 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 15–16 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") 306 times in debates — above average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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