• Australian Labor Party Representative for Jagajaga
• Assistant Minister for Women (since 29 Jul 2024)
  Assistant Minister for Ageing (since 29 Jul 2024)
  Assistant Minister for Social Security (since 29 Jul 2024)
• Entered House of Representatives on 18 May 2019 — Federal election
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Bills: Free TAFE Bill 2024; Second Reading (5 Feb 2025)

“I rise to support the Free TAFE Bill 2024 because Labor is, of course, the party of skills and training. We are the party of education for all, and we absolutely understand the power of education and how it can change someone's life. What has become very clear through the debate and the discussion in this place around this bill is that the Liberals do not understand this. They do not...”

Matters of Public Importance: Economy (26 Nov 2024)

“What a wander through some of the pathways of the shadow Treasurer's mind that was! Certainly, in our 2½ years in office, our government has been laser focused on supporting Australians. We do know that times are difficult in Australian households—that people are under the pump from cost-of-living pressures and from higher interest rates. It is important to look at the facts,...”

Constituency Statements: Jagajaga Electorate: Community Events (21 Nov 2024)

“It was a real pleasure to be at Malahang Festival in Heidelberg West on the weekend. This is an much-loved and anticipated highlight on the calendar for everyone in the 3081 community and the surrounding communities. It really is a true celebration of our local community, featuring a culturally diverse program and nearly 30 stalls from groups right across Banyule showcasing the work of many...”

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• Has spoken in 27 debates in the last year — below 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") 205 times in debates — below average amongst Representatives. (Why is this here?)

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