• Australian Labor Party Representative for Macnamara
• Entered House of Representatives on 18 May 2019 — Federal election
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Statements by Members: Swinburne University of Technology (27 Nov 2025)

“I rise to raise serious concerns about Swinburne University. After multiple scandals in the news about the conduct of university leadership, Swinburne have now decided to kick out a community run childcare centre with no regard for the interests of the local community and the public that they are meant to support. Swinburne was gifted public land in Windsor by the Victorian state government...”

Bills: Excise Tariff Amendment (Draught Beer) Bill 2025; Second Reading (27 Nov 2025)

“I congratulate the Minister for Climate Change and Energy on his statement and thank him for his tireless efforts in order to bring down emissions—a very difficult job but one he is doing excellently and with great skill. Just like the shadow minister's process, he didn't quite finish before it had to be interrupted by people who are above him. I know a lot of members opposite were very...”

Bills: Excise Tariff Amendment (Draught Beer) Bill 2025, Customs Tariff Amendment (Draught Beer) Bill 2025; Second Reading (27 Nov 2025)

“At the Espy—I take interjection from the government whip. I did mention the Espy! I reported to the House earlier that, after the renovations, the floors are less sticky, but the times are just as good. We're very pleased to support these businesses, and I will continue in a moment. I seek leave to continue my remarks later. Leave granted; debate adjourned.”

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