Cassandra Fernando (Holt, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

I was proud to celebrate the first anniversary of the Albanese Labor government by doing what I enjoy the most: speaking to the constituents of Holt at mobile offices across the electorate. Every chat was delightful—not surprising given that the government got on the job from day one and has delivered policies which support every single Australian.

Many of my constituents suggested that this government has done more in the past 12 months than the previous coalition government in nearly a decade. I was not surprised to hear this, given this government has worked hard to ensure strong foundations for everyone by delivering 300,000 fee-free TAFE places, cheaper child care, a $33.6 billion investment in our aged-care system, cheaper medicines and targeted energy relief for families and businesses.

I would like to thank the people in Holt and across the country for putting their faith in us. My particular thanks go to the thousands and thousands of volunteers who stood beside the members who are in this chamber, through rain, hail and sunshine, to support us getting elected to represent this country. Thank you.

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