• Australian Labor Party Representative for Banks
• Entered House of Representatives on 3 May 2025 — Federal election
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Adjournment: International Relations: Australia and Indonesia (12 Feb 2026)

“In my first speech to the House, I spoke of Australia's unique positioning in the Asia-Pacific and the importance of strong relationships with our closest neighbours and regional partners. I also spoke about my own family's heritage in South-East Asia and my time in diplomacy. As we finish the first sitting fortnight of the new year, I want to take this opportunity to recognise some of the...”

Statements by Members: Saleh, Councillor Khodr (Karl), OAM (9 Feb 2026)

“I rise to recognise the service of Councillor Khodr 'Karl' Saleh OAM, who is retiring from local government after more than 20 years of service to Canterbury Bankstown Council and one of its predecessors, the City of Canterbury. Khodr, or Karl, migrated from Lebanon to Australia in 1985 and was elected to local council for the first of five terms in 2004, representing the communities in...”

Bills: Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) Bill 2025, Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) (Consequential and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2025; Second Reading (9 Feb 2026)

“Since the federal election last year, I have had the pleasure of serving as a member of the House Standing Committee on Education, and I am so pleased to rise in support of the Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) Bill 2025 and the Universities Accord (Australian Tertiary Education Commission) (Consequential and Transitional Provisions) Bill 2025. Early in 2024, the...”

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