Alarming behaviour by Commonwealth Bank

“Australians expect their bank to safeguard their money, and to be alert to anything untoward going on. But too often this isn’t the case,” Mr Wilkie said. “For instance just…

Health insurance industry needs a check-up

“Private hospitals are in crisis and that’s in no small part due to the health insurance industry. “Now the Minister says insurers are increasing payments to private hospitals. But the…

Government challenged to fix insurance industry

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, asked the following question to Minister for Financial Services. “Minister the insurance industry is failing Australians. For instance, health insurance premiums are sky-high but…

“Robodebt must never happen again” overdue legal fix left to the crossbench, again

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, introduced his Social Security and Other Legislation Amendment (Responding to Robodebt) Bill 2025, which would address recommendations of the Robodebt Royal Commission and help…

Cyclone Alfred’s lovechild budget: A dull piece of work

The Budget is a dull piece of work that again fails to make the bold reforms needed to address the great challenges confronting Australia and Australians. But at least it’s…

Hobart Private Hospital on the brink? State Government must prepare for worst-case scenario

The Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, discussed the financial crisis engulfing Healthscope hospitals nationally and the possibility of it resulting in the closure of Hobart Private Hospital. Mr Wilkie…

Scams prevention should go further

Andrew questions the Minister for Financial Services about the lack of compensation for scam victims during a debate on their Scams Bill in Parliament.

Reflections on this parliament

Andrew speaks on his reflections on what this parliament has achieved and what remains a priority.

Aurora ditching cheaper hot water and heating charges

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, commented on the planned price increase for many Aurora customers when Tariff 41 for hot water and heating is increased, from 1 July, to…