Gambling advertising changes a welcome start to reform

The Federal Government’s changes to gambling advertising are welcome and a good start to the widespread reform urgently needed. Stronger and varied messaging, and more effective presentation, for example bigger…

Statement on the cable car decision

The decision by the Tasmanian Civil and Administrative Tribunal to dismiss the appeal into the proposed Mount Wellington cable car is a wonderful turn of events. The development never satisfied…

Federal integrity agency a step closer

The Australian community has been calling for a strong independent federal integrity body for years and this Bill is a promising start. That the NACC is independent of government, takes…

Insider blows lid on coal industry fraud

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, recently revealed widespread fraudulent behaviour in the Australian coal industry to the Federal Parliament. See video for full speech. “Speaker, whistleblowers are an essential…

Crown fine more proof it should lose its casino licences

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, discussed the decision by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) to fine Crown Casino a record $120 million for failing to prevent…

Outdated Centrelink laws adding to domestic violence survivor challenges

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, delivered the following 90 second statement to the Parliament. “Australia’s welfare system was created to provide a safety net for our most vulnerable. But,…

Israel’s persecution of Palestinians must end

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, delivered the following 90 second statement to the Parliament. “Six weeks ago a healthy 7-year-old boy died on his way home from school when…

Government commits to reform anti-discrimination laws

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, moved amendments to the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022 to replace the words ‘intersex status’ with ‘sex characteristics’. “These amendments, quite…

Refugees need to be given a fair go

Independent Member for Clark, Andrew Wilkie, asked the Minister for Immigration, Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs, the Hon Andrew Giles MP, the following in Question Time recently. “Minister the ALP won…