• Former Australian Labor Party Senator for Victoria
• Became a Senator on — unknown
• Left Senate on n/a — Still in office

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Documents: Housing Australia; Order for the Production of Documents (15 Oct 2026)

“I'd like to take note of the comments already made, particularly those by Senator Ayres, in response to this matter. I agree with Senator Bragg about one thing: Australians aren't idiots. What I disagree with is what we should be focusing on here in this chamber. We should be focusing on building more housing for Australians. That is what this government is absolutely focused on. Senator...”

Matters of Urgency: Taxation (14 Oct 2026)

“I don't want to elongate the time between Senator Duniam and a drink, but, as he walks out the door, I, too, would like to wish him all the best for whatever exciting thing comes next outside of this place. The last hour and a half have been a lovely departure from the combat that has been mentioned and that takes place so often in here. It was a nice little lovefest for us to celebrate some...”

Matters of Urgency: Taxation (14 Oct 2026)

“Back to the combat! Let's get into it. In considering the motion that we have before us that Senator McGrath kicked off before the farewell, you would be forgiven for thinking that every corner shop, every family business and every farmer in the country is about to be hit with a new 30 per cent tax. But what this government is actually doing is ambitious and serious reform. Serious reform,...”

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• Has spoken in 85 debates in the last year — 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") 82 times in debates — well below average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)