Opinion piece – Housing and immigration

Andrew wrote the below opinion piece on immigration and housing, originally published in The Mercury: That some political parties seek to pin the housing crisis on “immigrants” and “foreigners” is…

Finally some tax reform to help the housing crisis

Andrew spoke on the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Bill 2026, addressing the changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax and their impacts on the housing crisis…

Housing key for intergenerational equity

Andrew delivered a speech written by an 18 year old constituent on the housing crisis. I’m honoured to read to the chamber today a speech prepared for me by Marcus,…

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…

Tasmanian Government leaves renters out in the cold

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, asked the following question of the Minister for Housing in the Federal Parliament. “Minister, in 2023, National Cabinet agreed on nine reforms under the…

Reflections on this parliament

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

Andrew Wilkie seeks re-election

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, has announced that he will seek re-election at the next federal election, which is expected before late May next year. “I am as determined…

Housing Minister must stop ignoring the housing crisis in her own backyard

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, asked the Minister for Housing, the Hon Julie Collins, the following in Question Time. Please see above video for full question and response. “Minister…

Tasmanian housing crisis, Federal Government more interested in mainland states

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, delivered the following statement to the Federal Parliament. “With millions of Australians struggling to keep a secure and affordable roof over their heads, there’s…