• Liberal Party Senator for WA
• Shadow Minister for Choice in Childcare and Early Learning (since 17 Feb 2026)
  Deputy Manager of Opposition Business (since 17 Feb 2026)
  Shadow Minister for Child Protection and the Prevention of Family Violence (since 17 Feb 2026)
• Became a Senator on 1 July 2019 — Federal election
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Matters of Urgency: Cost of Living (1 Jul 2026)

“Anyone who spends any time engaging with the community, talking to real people—not just the people here, not just talking to the bureaucrats, not just talking to the economists, but actually talking to real mums and dads, people across Australia—knows that Australians are doing it tough. While Australian parents are tightening their belts, this Labor government continues their...”

Matters of Urgency: Cost of Living (1 Jul 2026)

“Senator Bell has submitted a proposal, under standing order 75, today, which has been circulated and is shown on the Dynamic Red: That, in the opinion of the Senate, the following is a matter of urgency: The need for the Albanese Labor Government's to address its failure to fix the cost-of-living crisis, under which the price of basic staples like milk and bread, everyday groceries, petrol at...”

Statements by Senators: Child Care (1 Jul 2026)

“Over the last five months I've had the immense privilege of meeting with parents, educators, providers and communities right across Australia, and these conversations have reinforced something very important to me. Before we can talk about child care, we need to talk about Australian families. Australian families are facing the largest collapse in living standards in the developed world....”

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Matt O'Sullivan's latest interest statementLast updated: 8 Dec 2025