Arts and culture funding must be protected

Andrew delivered a speech about the Tasmanian Government looking at the arts and culture sector for cost saving measures. See the full speech below:

Raise our Voice in Parliament – cost of living

Andrew gave a speech on the cost of living written by a young constituent as part of the Raise Our Voice in Parliament campaign. You can watch or read his…

Parliament united in support for Helen Haines

One week on from the alleged attack on Helen Haines, MPs from across Parliament delivered statements in support of her. Andrew’s speech can be found below:

3.7 million Australians living in poverty

Andrew delivered a speech for Anti-Poverty Week which this year runs from 11 – 17 October. You can watch or read his speech below: “This year, Anti-poverty Week runs from…

Economic jargon won’t hide price gouging

Andrew spoke during an adjournment debate in the Federation Chamber highlighting that big oil companies are making enormous profits while Australians are stretching budgets to afford the very basics of…

Why Australians are fed up

Andrew gave a speech to the parliament addressing why many Australians feel so angry and fed up with the direction of the country and the political class. You can watch…

Shocker private health insurance bill

Andrew spoke in opposition to the Government’s plan to reduce the private health insurance rebate for older Australians. You can watch his speech or read an excerpt below: “…These people…

End arms trade with Israel

“Deputy Speaker I bring to the chamber today a petition, signed by 124,665 Australians, calling on the Australian Government to end Australia’s supply of weapons to Israel and oppose illegal…

Red Lines Package a chance for Australia to show leadership

“I second the Red Lines Bill introduced by the Member for McKellar, and I acknowledge everyone who helped make it a reality. Australia has often had an outsized influence in…