• Independent Representative for Curtin
• Entered House of Representatives on 21 May 2022 — Federal election
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Bills: Defence Legislation Amendment (RCDVS Implementation and Related Measures No. 2) Bill 2026; Second Reading (1 Jul 2026)

“DVA has committed to 12 months of consultation with veterans and ex-service organisations on how the new allied health system will work. I've made the case directly to the minister: build the exemption pathway around the veterans with the most serious needs, make it clear, make it fast and make it something a person in crisis can actually navigate without it becoming another fight. Because...”

Bills: Defence Legislation Amendment (RCDVS Implementation and Related Measures No. 2) Bill 2026; Second Reading (1 Jul 2026)

“The Defence Legislation Amendment (RCDVS Implementation and Related Measures No. 2) Bill 2026 is a further response to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide, building on the reforms that this parliament has already passed. That commission spent three years hearing the testimony of families who had lost someone and survivors carrying wounds that this parliament should have...”

Bills: Online Safety Amendment (Strengthening Enforcement for the Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2026; Second Reading (30 Jun 2026)

“I rise to speak on the Online Safety Amendment (Strengthening Enforcement for the Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2026. Sometimes I reflect on the promise of the internet, of social media and of our digital platforms. We thought that they would be a place to connect, to cross oceans and skies, to stay in touch with family and loved ones despite the distance. We thought they would give everyone...”

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• Has spoken in 116 debates in the last year — well above average amongst Representatives.
• People have made 0 comments on this Representative's speeches — average amongst Representatives.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 227 times in debates — average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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