• Australian Labor Party Senator for Victoria
• Former Australian Labor Party Representative for Higgins
• Entered the Senate on 3 May 2025 — Federal election
• Previously Representative for Higgins until 3 May 2025 — retired
• Entered House of Representatives on 21 May 2022 — Federal election
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Questions without Notice: Medicare (23 Jun 2026)

“The Albanese Labor government is focused on strengthening Medicare so it can deliver health care to everyone that needs it. Why are these investments to Medicare needed, and why has the government chosen this approach?”

Questions without Notice: Medicare (23 Jun 2026)

“I, like my colleagues, understand that when it comes to getting quality health care all you should need is your Medicare card, not your credit card. How is the Albanese Labor government's record investment in Medicare helping more Australians see a doctor for free?”

Questions without Notice: Medicare (23 Jun 2026)

“My question is to the Minister representing the Minister for Health and Ageing, Senator McAllister. Helping Australians get the health care they need when they need it is one of the Albanese Labor government's top priorities. We know how much of a difference a stronger Medicare makes to the lives of everyday Australians. How has the government delivered on its commitment to provide...”

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• Has spoken in 41 debates in the last year — below average amongst Representatives.
• Has spoken in 55 debates in the last year — below average amongst Senators.
• People have made 0 comments on this Representative's speeches — average amongst Representatives.
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• This Representative's speeches are understandable to an average 16–17 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") 143 times in debates — well below average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)
• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 41 times in debates — well below average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)

Michelle Ananda-Rajah's latest interest statementLast updated: 13 Aug 2025