• Former Australian Labor Party Representative for Spence
• Left House of Representatives on n/a — Still in office
• Entered House of Representatives on — Federal election

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Bills: Defence Legislation Amendment (Accelerating Capability and Protecting Bases) Bill 2026; Second Reading (28 Oct 2026)

“Australia's national security depends on our ability to respond to an increasingly complex and uncertain world, and ensuring our Defence Force has the capabilities, resources and protections it needs to keep Australians safe is one of the most important responsibilities of any government. But protecting Australia today requires more than maintaining the Defence Force we have always known. It...”

Questions without Notice: Trade with the European Union (28 Oct 2026)

“My question is to the Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government. How will the Albanese Labor government's efforts to secure a free trade agreement with the European Union create new economic opportunities for regional Australia, particularly our farmers, producers and regional businesses?”

Questions without Notice: Veterans (27 Oct 2026)

“My question is to the Minister for Veterans' Affairs and Minister for Defence Personnel. How are the Albanese government's reforms helping to support Australia's veteran community?”

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• Has spoken in 89 debates in the last year — 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") 260 times in debates — average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)