• Liberal National Party Representative for Herbert
• Shadow Minister for Defence Industry (since 17 Feb 2026)
  Shadow Minister for Defence Personnel (since 17 Feb 2026)
• Entered House of Representatives on 18 May 2019 — Federal election
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Constituency Statements: Cost of Living (12 Mar 2026)

“I rise today to speak about something that has been felt in homes, streets and community centres right across Townsville. Our local support organisations are doing everything they can, but the pressure on them is growing every single month. North Townsville Community Hub is now giving out four to five tonnes of free food every month. That is food that keeps local families going when there's...”

Bills: Coal Mining Industry (Long Service Leave) Legislation Amendment Bill 2025; Second Reading (10 Mar 2026)

“I knew it!”

Statements by Members: Fuel Security (10 Mar 2026)

“People are working harder for less—and fuel security is so important. Minister Bowen has come into this place and on TV and said: 'There's no need to panic. There isn't a problem.' Well, when is the break-glass moment for this government? People can't get fuel. People can't afford to fill up their cars. People can't afford to go to the service station. But this minister is more worried...”

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• Has spoken in 38 debates in the last year — 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 15–16 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") 195 times in debates — average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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