• Independent Representative for Curtin
• Entered House of Representatives on 21 May 2022 — Federal election
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Bills: Treasury Laws Amendment (Building a Stronger and Fairer Super System) Bill 2026, Superannuation (Building a Stronger and Fairer Super System) Imposition Bill 2026; Second Reading (3 Mar 2026)

“I rise to speak on the Treasury Laws Amendment (Building a Stronger and Fairer Super System) Bill 2026 and the Superannuation (Building a Stronger and Fairer Super System) Imposition Bill 2026. When I spoke on these bills previously, I said that I supported their intent—to ensure our superannuation system is designed for people to prepare for a dignified retirement, not as a tax break...”

Private Members' Business: Housing (2 Mar 2026)

“I rise today to speak on the motion presented by the member for Calwell, in which he congratulates the Labor Party for doing something in relation to housing—specifically, allowing first home owners to borrow more money than they would otherwise be able to by putting down only a five per cent deposit. Two hundred and twenty thousand Australians have taken up this offer, and I understand...”

Bills: Australian Centre for Disease Control Amendment (Gambling as a Public Health Issue) Bill 2026; Second Reading (2 Mar 2026)

“I second the motion. I'm pleased to support the member for Kooyong's bill to recognise gambling harm as a public health issue. Let's be honest about what we're up against. In 2024, Australia had about 550,000 high-risk gamblers. Of these, 16 per cent experienced suicidal thoughts; two-thirds faced serious financial hardship, including going without meals; and 19 per cent of people whose...”

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• Has spoken in 64 debates in the last year — well above average amongst Representatives.
• People have made 0 comments on this Representative's speeches — average amongst Representatives.
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• Has used three-word alliterative phrases (e.g. "she sells seashells") 186 times in debates — below average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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