• Australian Labor Party Representative for Spence
• Entered House of Representatives on 21 May 2022 — Federal election
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Adjournment: Workplace Relations: Maritime Industry (2 Jul 2026)

“Thank you to the member for Mayo for that fine contribution to this House just now. Before I entered this place, I spent a decade working offshore in the Australian oil and gas industry. From 2006 until 2016, I worked as an able seaman and boatswain, serving aboard drill rigs, seismic survey vessels, anchor handlers and a range of offshore support vessels. Those years taught me plenty about...”

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

“I would like to commend the previous speaker, the member for Lalor, for that fantastic speech. The Defence Legislation Amendment (RCDVS Implementation and Related Measures No. 2) Bill 2026 marks another important milestone in the Albanese government's response to the landmark royal commission into veteran suicide. Few issues examined by this parliament carry the same gravity and...”

Statements by Members: Budget (30 Jun 2026)

“'Twas the night before delivery, and all through the House not a creature was stirring, not even those in their five per cent deposit houses. When the calendar turns to 1 July tomorrow, the following changes will come into effect. Working Australians will wake up with another round of tax cuts, keeping more of what they earn, which will help ease cost-of-living pressures. Families will gain...”

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• Has spoken in 92 debates in the last year — above average amongst Representatives.
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