• Australian Labor Party Representative for Spence
• Entered House of Representatives on 21 May 2022 — Federal election
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Matters of Public Importance: Labor Government (26 Mar 2026)

“When I saw today's MPI, I honestly found it quite funny that the Leader of the Opposition would pose a question about providing national leadership. So I did something simple. I googled, 'What makes a good leader?': A good leader inspires, empowers, and guides a team toward a shared vision while acting with integrity and empathy. The member for Riverina might like to stay to listen to this:...”

Bills: Treasury Laws Amendment (Doubling Penalties for ACCC Enforcement) Bill 2026, Fair Work Amendment (Fairer Fuel) Bill 2026; Second Reading (26 Mar 2026)

“This matter goes to the very heart of fairness—fairness for everyday Australians, fairness for families doing their best and fairness for the workers who quite literally keep this country moving. The Albanese government has been clear from day one. Our focus is simple—to build an economy that works for people, not the other way around. That means standing up when markets fail,...”

Questions without Notice: Medicare (25 Mar 2026)

“My question is for the Minister for Health and Ageing. How is the Albanese Labor government making it easier for Australians to see a GP for free? Why is this important after a decade of cuts and neglect?”

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• Has spoken in 66 debates in the last year — well above 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 18–19 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") 218 times in debates — average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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