• Former Liberal Party Senator for SA
• Changed party from Deputy-President on ; from Liberal Party on
• Became a Senator on — unknown
• Left Senate on n/a — Still in office

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Matters of Urgency: Manufacturing Industry (16 Sep 2026)

“As the last speaker on this motion, I want to express my thoughts and sympathies for the people of Whyalla. I know they're going through it tough, particularly those employed directly by the steelworks but also the families that sit behind those workers, that support those workers, and all the associated businesses in Whyalla that will be deeply impacted. I also acknowledge the contribution...”

Adjournment: Avian Influenza, Renewable Energy (15 Sep 2026)

“I advise the chamber of a very serious matter that's occurred in my state. South Australia has confirmed the first bird flu infection of an Australian sea lion, found at Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island. About 85 per cent of our sea lions are in South Australia. The total population is estimated at fewer than 12,000, and the South Australian population is already declining by about two per cent...”

Regulations and Determinations: Carbon Farming Initiative — Improved Forest Management in Multiple-use Public Native Forests) Methodology Determination 2026; Disallowance (10 Sep 2026)

“I'll be opposing the motion. I associate myself with the remarks of Senator Pocock, I totally reject the arguments of One Nation and I express my appreciation to Senator McKim. I have deep philosophical questions myself. I have wrestled with this issue myself. I believe nature has intrinsic value, but I accept at this moment in time we live in a capitalist world and we must find some way to...”

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• Has spoken in 28 debates in the last year — well below average amongst Senators.
• People have made 0 comments on this Senator's speeches — average amongst Senators.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 124 times in debates — below average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)