• Australian Labor Party Senator for Tasmania
• Became a Senator on 3 May 2025 — Federal election
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Statements by Senators: Tasmania: Salmon Fishing Industry (1 Apr 2026)

“Recently, I had the opportunity to visit a number of Huon aquaculture sites in Southern Tasmania. When people debate salmon farming in this place or in the media, it can sometimes feels like an abstract policy discussion. But, when you're standing on a working aquaculture site in Tasmania, it becomes very clear what we're talking about. We're talking about jobs, and we're talking about...”

Questions without Notice: Fuel (31 Mar 2026)

“In a volatile global environment, Australians need confidence in the security and reliability of our fuel supply. What is the government doing to secure Australia's fuel supply and strengthen reliability amid ongoing global uncertainty?”

Questions without Notice: Fuel (31 Mar 2026)

“The government is clear that fuel retailers must not use global uncertainty to increase their margins at Australians' expense. How is the government protecting consumers and motorists and ensuring fair pricing at the bowser?”

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• Has spoken in 40 debates in the last year — well below average amongst Senators.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 27 times in debates — well below average amongst Senators. (Why is this here?)

Richard Dowling's latest interest statementLast updated: 19 Feb 2026