• Australian Labor Party Senator for Tasmania
• Became a Senator on 25 August 2005 — unknown
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Bills: Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Criminal and Migration Laws) Bill 2026; Second Reading (20 Jan 2026)

“This bill is being debated in extraordinary circumstances. It comes after the antisemitic terrorist attack at Bondi, carried out on the first day of Hanukkah, a deliberate attack of targeted hatred that took innocent lives, traumatised survivors and turned a place of everyday safety into a scene of terror for Jewish Australians and the nation. In recalling parliament, our first action was to...”

Condolences: Bondi Beach: Attack (19 Jan 2026)

“Today the Senate, and indeed the parliament, honours the lives lost, the lives forever changed and the community shaken by the antisemitic terrorist attack at Bondi on 14 December. It was a targeted attack on Jewish Australians carried out on the first day of Hanukkah, a time that should have been marked by light, faith and celebration. Instead, it became a moment of profound grief. Our...”

Statements by Senators: Australian of the Year Awards: Tasmania (26 Nov 2025)

“Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the Australian of the Year Awards for Tasmania. Every nominee had a story that spoke to courage, community and quiet determination. I want to congratulate Dr Jorian Kippax on being named the 2026 Australian of the Year for Tasmania. Many first heard his name after the Franklin River rescue, where he helped save a stranded rafter in incredibly...”

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• Has spoken in 31 debates in the last year — well below average amongst Senators.
• People have made 2 comments on this Senator's speeches — above average amongst Senators.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 668 times in debates — above average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)

Carol Brown's latest interest statementLast updated: 14 Jan 2026