• Independent Representative for Indi
• Entered House of Representatives on 18 May 2019 — Federal election
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Questions without Notice: Budget (26 Mar 2025)

“My question is to the Treasurer. In yesterday's budget there was no new funding for the Growing Regions Program or the Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program, the two grant programs that fund critical infrastructure in regional Australia. There was $1 billion of funding announced for roads in Victoria, but this was for Melbourne's suburbs. Why is there so little new funding for...”

Questions without Notice: Telecommunications (5 Feb 2025)

“My question is to the Minister for Communications. Before the 3G shutdown, regional communities in my electorate were told that no-one would be worse off, but, since the final shutdown, my constituents have experienced worse connectivity, completely losing the ability to make calls in some areas, and have been told to spend their own money on aftermarket antennas. Does the minister recognise...”

Bills: Criminal Code Amendment (Hate Crimes) Bill 2024; Second Reading (5 Feb 2025)

“I rise today to speak on this bill with deep sadness and deep concern about the state of our nation and with a deep sense of purpose. Our country is at a decisive point, and it's the role of this parliament to ensure that we set this nation on the right course and that we send a strong message and call out appalling behaviour and actions for what they are—criminal acts. The Criminal...”

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• Has spoken in 49 debates in the last year — above average amongst Representatives.
• People have made 1 comment on this Representative's speeches — average amongst Representatives.
• This Representative's speeches are understandable to an average 17–18 year old, going by the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level score.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 334 times in debates — average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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