• Former Australian Greens Senator for SA
• Became a Senator on — Federal election
• Left Senate on n/a — Still in office

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Committees: Economics References Committee; Reference (20 Aug 2026)

“I move: That the following matter be referred to the Economics References Committee for inquiry and report by 1 March 2027: The role of social housing in Australia, including public and community housing, with particular reference to: (a) the economic and social benefits of investment in social housing, including its impact on housing access, affordability, renting, homelessness and housing...”

Bills: Superannuation Legislation Amendment (Fair Super for Young Workers) Bill 2026; Second Reading (20 Aug 2026)

“I rise to speak to my private senator's bill, the Superannuation Legislation Amendment (Fair Super for Young Workers) Bill 2026. The Greens are proud to bring forward this bill because we believe that Australia's superannuation system should apply to every worker. It's time for young workers to be paid the super they deserve. Right now, workers under the age of 18 are only guaranteed super if...”

Questions without Notice: Take Note of Answers: Housing (19 Aug 2026)

“I move: That the Senate take note of the answer given by the Minister for Industry and Innovation (Senator Ayres) to a question without notice I asked today relating to renters. I asked Minister Ayres what he would say to Lou, a 69-year-old nurse who has worked in the profession as a registered nurse for 52 years and is now living in a very precarious rental circumstance. I listened to...”

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• Has spoken in 94 debates in the last year — above 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") 152 times in debates — below average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)