• Australian Labor Party Senator for NT
• Minister for Indigenous Australians (since 29 Jul 2024)
• Became a Senator on 2 July 2016 — Federal election
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Questions without Notice: Avian Influenza (25 Jun 2026)

“These detections show that our preparedness investments are working as intended. We said H5 bird flu was not a question of 'if', but 'when'. We acted on that assessment. In 2024 we established a dedicated whole-of-government taskforce across agriculture, environment, health and emergency management. We have run six national simulation exercises so that every jurisdiction knew their...”

Questions without Notice: Avian Influenza (25 Jun 2026)

“The national response to this issue has been comprehensive. As I mentioned earlier, national biosecurity response arrangements guide how the Commonwealth works with states and territories when we receive detections like these. States and territories are leading response activities on the ground, with Western Australia and South Australia managing surveillance, testing and engagement with...”

Questions without Notice: Avian Influenza (25 Jun 2026)

“I thank Senator Walker for the question. Like many in this place, we recognise the seriousness of the detection of H5 bird flu in wildlife, and we understand the concern in the community, particularly in Senator Walker's home state of South Australia and also in Western Australia, President. I want to reiterate that the Albanese Labor government has been preparing for this since we've come to...”

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• Has spoken in 48 debates in the last year — well below average amongst Senators.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 425 times in debates — average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)

Malarndirri McCarthy's latest interest statementLast updated: 19 Aug 2025