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

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Bills: Customs and Other Legislation Amendment (Illicit Tobacco Enforcement Modernisation and Other Measures) Bill 2026; Second Reading (17 Sep 2026)

“Order! The member is entitled to be heard in silence. It's a bit disrespectful.”

Bills: Customs and Other Legislation Amendment (Illicit Tobacco Enforcement Modernisation and Other Measures) Bill 2026; Second Reading (17 Sep 2026)

“I thank the member for Canning. If I can just add, as a deputy speaker, please, kids, don't smoke. It will ruin your health. It will ruin your lives. Don't smoke. I understand the member for Pearce would like to present a copy of her speech for incorporation into Hansard, in accordance with the resolution agreed to on 6 November 2025.”

Adjournment: Teachers (15 Sep 2026)

“Let's celebrate teachers! Throughout our lives, we come across several people who leave an impression on us, who guide us and instruct us towards becoming better people. Each of us will have varying individuals in mind from our own unique experiences. However, I'm certain that we all at some point think of that teacher or teachers who left an incredible mark on our lives, a teacher who...”

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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 425 times in debates — above average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)