• Australian Labor Party Representative for Spence
• Entered House of Representatives on 21 May 2022 — Federal election
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Statements by Members: Budget (28 May 2026)

“The budget handed down just a few weeks ago is focused on delivery for everyday Aussies. Whether you're moving from Mum and Dad's, you've been a lifelong renter or you've recently gone solo and need a new home to live in, we are delivering for you. Amendments to capital gains tax and negative gearing on existing homes means we are creating an environment where it is easy to get more people...”

Constituency Statements: Spence Electorate: Biggest Morning Tea (28 May 2026)

“Last week, right across this country, from school halls to sporting clubs and community centres alike, Australians gathered in support of the Cancer Council's Biggest Morning Tea. It was great to join my mate the mayor for Gawler, Nathan Shanks, at the Gawler Barossa Jockey Club for what may well have been one of the biggest and best morning teas anywhere in Australia. It was an incredible...”

Private Members' Business: Inland Rail (25 May 2026)

“Thank you, member for Riverina. He welcomed the decision by saying: 'Choosing not to proceed is the correct decision. An unaffordable project should not come at the expense of taxpayers or thriving regional communities.' They are absolutely right. The infrastructure must deliver value for taxpayers, it must be economically sustainable and it must be built on rigorous planning, not political...”

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• Has spoken in 80 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") 224 times in debates — average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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