• Australian Labor Party Representative for Bean
• Former Australian Labor Party Senator for ACT
• Entered the Senate on 23 May 2018 — Federal election
• Entered House of Representatives on 18 May 2019 — Federal election
• Left Senate on 11 April 2019 — Resigned
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Statements by Members: Thornton, Ms Olivia (1 Apr 2026)

“I wish to acknowledge Olivia Thornton, who is concluding her time as Chief Executive Officer of Cricket ACT, marking the end of an extraordinary period of leadership for the organisation and for cricket in the territory. Olivia has led Cricket ACT through one of the most defining chapters in its history and is leaving the organisation stronger and more connected and well positioned for the...”

Statements by Members: Wages and Salaries (31 Mar 2026)

“Today, we have seen a win for workers. It's a win for workers in retail, fast food and pharmacy; a win for our younger workers; and a win for intergenerational equity. The independent Fair Work Commission has decided to dump junior pay rates for people over 18 in these industries. As someone whose first job was at my local Big W in Woden, I know firsthand how these decisions greatly improve...”

Private Members' Business: Cost of Living (30 Mar 2026)

“I'm happy to see that the member for McPherson is concerned about the cost of living and interest rates for Australians and that he has presented us the opportunity to talk about these issues in this chamber. However, I think a more efficient use of the member's time would have been to discuss this with his own shadow treasurer, who has gone on record in parliament as saying, 'We need to...”

More of David Smith's recent appearances

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• Has spoken in 50 debates in the last year — average amongst Representatives.
• Has spoken in 11 debates in the last year — well below average amongst Senators.
• People have made 0 comments on this Representative's speeches — average amongst Representatives.
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• 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") 198 times in debates — average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)
• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 11 times in debates — well below average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)

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