• Independent Senator for Victoria
• Changed party from Australian Greens on 6 Feb 2023
• Became a Senator on 4 September 2020 — unknown
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Bills: Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms and Customs Laws) Bill 2026; Second Reading (20 Jan 2026)

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Bills: Combatting Antisemitism, Hate and Extremism (Firearms and Customs Laws) Bill 2026; Second Reading (20 Jan 2026)

“I acknowledge that we're on Ngunnawal and Ngambri country, the sovereign custodians of the land, and sovereignty was never ceded to this colony. I welcome strengthened gun laws, but, if we're serious about gun safety, accountability can't stop at just civilian firearms. Oversight, tracking and transparency must apply to all guns, including those issued to police, prison guards, security...”

Condolences: Bondi Beach: Attack (19 Jan 2026)

“I acknowledge that we're on Ngunnawal and Ngambri country, sovereign custodians on stolen land. What we saw at Bondi, on Bidiagal, Birrabirragal and Gadigal land, was an absolutely devastating attack on the Jewish community. I pay my respects to those families and communities who have lost loved ones. My thoughts are with you, as well as with those who have put their lives on the line to save...”

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• Has spoken in 74 debates in the last year — above average amongst Senators.
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Lidia Thorpe's latest interest statementLast updated: 19 Aug 2025