The NDIS changes were debated in Parliament last night and I made a point of giving voice to a family that would be impacted by the proposed reforms. Yes reform is needed, but not like this. This bill will be detrimental for many NDIS participants and unless it's amended I will oppose it. #auspol

Australia has much more to do to address men’s violence against women. This Gov is doing better than its predecessors, but women are still being attacked and murdered. We must listen better to advocates, survivors and families because they know what else must be done #auspol #politas

The ICJ has ruled that govts and orgs are obliged not to lend any form of support to illegal Israeli settlements in Palestine. So I again implore the Aus Govt to take meaningful action to hold Israel to account. To do anything less makes us complicit. #politas #auspol

Wonderful to get confirmation today that the Defence and Veterans’ Workshop will remain at Dowsing Point. Supporting veterans since 1980 the workshop is an essential service, especially in light of the findings of the recent Defence and Veteran Royal Commission. #auspol #politas

My Human Rights Bill tabled today spells out in plain terms, the rights and freedoms that everyone in Australia is entitled to. It requires that fairness, respect, dignity and compassion must be put at the centre of all government decision and polices. #auspol #politas

I stand in solidarity with Palestinians who are commemorating the Nakba today. The Israeli Government’s continuing genocide in Gaza is an extension of the Nakba, despite Palestinians having every right to self-determination and to live in peace. #auspol #politas

Animal welfare protections remain patchwork and woefully inadequate in Australia, and it’s way past time to establish a national Independent Office for Animal Welfare. #auspol #politas

Expressions of interest for the Australian Parliament House Artist-in-Residence program are now open until 16 June 2026. For more details and how to apply visit: www.aph.gov.au/Visit_Parlia... 📷AUSPIC

A Budget highlight was the $60m boost for youth homelessness. A delight to meet with Daniel from Home Time, and to receive a wonderful gift from young artist Atlas. Housing for young people is a critical enabler for their lives ahead but is often ignored by policy makers. #auspol

Andrew’s response to tonight’s Federal Budget

The Fed Govt tabled its response to the Murphy gambling report during Budget lockup and wall-to-wall Budget media reporting. Same cynical political trick as last Budget when they buried the Environment Act change to protect their mates in the salmon industry. #auspol #politas

Six Australian citizens abducted in international waters between Italy and Greece, yet Aus Gov is silent on yet more illegal behaviour by IDF. Proud to stand with Freedom Flotilla skipper Madeleine Habib to keep focus on plight of Palestinians. #politas #auspol

17 April is Palestinian Prisoners Day. Palestine is being ignored because of Iran, but we can’t ignore the fact that since 1967, more than 1m Palestinians have been detained under the occupation, including children, women, activists and elected representatives #auspol #politas

We don’t protect our soldiers by brushing aside or papering over alleged atrocities. Here's my opinion piece on the Roberts-Smith case and the importance of the rule of law. #auspol #politas www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Possible baby steps when giant strides are needed on gambling reform #auspol #politas

The fuel and cost-of-living crises are hitting hard. But there is simply no excuse for anyone going hungry in one of the richest countries in the world. Many Australians are in need of emergency food relief because the Gov's priorities are currently wrong #auspol #politas

Teachers do an important job under a lot of pressure and they deserve to be recognised and paid appropriately #auspol #politas

Honoured to second Kate Chaney's bill to ban gambling ads today. It's good policy and Australians want it. If the Gov is too scared to stand up on this, they should at least get out of the way and let others do it for them #auspol #politas

The PM must stop blocking gambling reform. #ausol #politas

Proud to stand with independent colleagues to call on the Gov to take real action on fuel prices. The current crisis shows Aus needs a long-term strategic shift to a more sovereign, resilient and renewable national energy system which buffers us from external shocks. #politas #auspol

The PM is gaslighting us into thinking the work on gambling reform is done. But it’s over 1000 days since the Murphy report and the Gov hasn’t implemented a single recommendation. They should be ashamed. #auspol #politas

If you’re in Canberra this Wednesday night come along to this screening of the documentary Love Letter to the Unseen, which follows youth conservationist Spencer Hitchen on a journey to understand the Maugean Skate and the threats it faces. events.humanitix.com/national-fil...

Tasmania would be acutely affected by any shortage of the marine fuel oils which ensure ppl and goods can come and go from our island. Fed and Tas Gov need to ensure they’re paying close attention to the situation and not just focusing on cars, trucks and planes #politas #auspol

Today I stood with @EnvironmentTasmania on the 1yr anniversary of an egregious act of environmental vandalism, when the Govt legislated to push the Maugean skate to extinction. But it’s not too late, the new Environment Minister can act now to save the skate #auspol #politas

Tasmania desperately needs more affordable housing options, and tiny homes can be part of the solution. #politas

Australia’s gas resources belong to Australians, not the gas companies. A minimum 25% gas export tax is only fair. It means Australians get a return on the extraction of our resources and we can fund public programs for the benefit of all. 📷 Credit: Mike Bowers #auspol #politas

Climate disasters are getting worse and costing more. The question isn’t if we can afford to act, but why Govs allow the biggest climate vandals to avoid paying their fair share. Today I tabled @TheAusInstitute petition calling for a Climate Disaster Levy now. #auspol #politas

It’s pretty clear that Australians are being price-gouged at the bowser. The Gov can’t just use Iran as an excuse, they should take action now to ensure prices are fair #auspol #politas

The NACC robodebt finding that two of six referred individuals engaged in corrupt conduct is a rare moment of accountability. However, it will be difficult for many to square the NACC’s findings, and lack of criminal referrals, with the terrible harms inflicted #auspol #politas

Tassie has a once-in-a-generation, nation-leading opportunity to end a cruel, unpopular and outdated industry, and Tassie owes it to the dogs to get it done. Tasmanians, contact your LegCo members to tell them you want the greyhound racing ban passed. #auspol #politas

Disappointed I was the only MP to vote against 2nd reading of Govt-Oppn bill that will give the Minister power to stop entire classes of temp visa holders arriving in Aus. A discriminatory policy letting the Govt decide which imperilled ppl are worth saving. #auspol #politas

The gov’t remains determined to as good as disappear the benchmark Murphy report into gambling reform, and its key recommendation to ban gambling advertising. The PM needs to be called out as the one blocking an ad ban. #politas #auspol

Do we really want a world where the strong can do as they please and the weak suffer as they must? I wrote for The Guardian today about why Australia shouldn’t stand for this, and why international law matters for a middle power like Australia #auspol #politas www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

Ludicrous and entirely avoidable that health care is still a postcode lottery in a country as rich as Australia. GP bulk-billing in Hobart is still much lower than the average, and Tasmania also lagging behind on most other measures. #auspol #politas

Better late than never. After my question to the Ag Minister on Monday, the regulator finally recognises the risk salmon companies are putting on the Tas environment and community. Removing the approval is good, but the companies still need to clean up their act. #politas #auspol

I’m no fan of the Iranian regime, but the attacks on Iran are patently illegal. It’s galling that rather than standing up in defence of international law, the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister have as good as cheered the US and Israel on for this latest illegal action. #auspol #politas

AEC proposes big change to all of Southern Tasmania’s electorates. It will make for a fascinating contest, including for state MPs whose boundaries are the same. For me? Bring it on!

Lots of blame shifting but no mention of penalties. And all the while the Tasmanian environment and community are put at risk. #auspol #politas

We are on the cusp of the greatest intergenerational wealth transfer in history. Without action, it risks deepening inequality particularly on housing. Thank you to Marcus, 18, for reminding Parl we must act boldly now so the next generation can survive & prosper. #auspol #politas

Reform of the Defence Estate is warranted but will be confronting for some in the community. So the Gov must continue to push information out & be open-minded to feedback. After all, flexibility in war is much better than reinforcing defeat. #auspol #politas

4Corners last night was compelling tv. But its claims about the tragedy at Bondi are contested, which is why we need the Royal Commission to get to the bottom of these matters.

I welcome the news that the Anglesea Barracks site is secure & receiving additional funding. However, further details on the Derwent Barracks closure are needed & I will be encouraging the Gov to ensure the land is used for housing & much needed community infrastructure. #politas #auspol

I welcome the PM flagging pollie reunion travel only to Canberra & only economy, which I pushed for weeks ago. But concerned Ministers will sometimes still be allowed to fly their family to the footy. So a win of sorts but more work to be done. #auspol #politas

Today’s news of more Antarctic funding is good. Hobart is the gateway to the Antarctic & Tas is home to the world’s best Antarctic scientists. But this is a bandaid & we still need a long-term plan for an improved physical presence & more research down there #auspol #politas

I didn’t vote for the social media ban; the real issue has always been tech companies allowing harmful behaviour to run rampant on their platforms. But with the ban in place, the Govt mustn’t forget to ensure social media platforms also clean up their act. #auspol #politas

Today marks Human Rights Day. I’ve twice introduced a Human Rights Bill into Parliament because it’s long past time for the Fed Govt to catchup with other democratic countries & enshrine the rights of every Australian. #politas #auspol

The amended environmental laws are not perfect, but there is at least some more protection for the environment. Laws should never remain stagnant, so I will continue to push for improvements that prioritise the environment over vested interests. #auspol #politas

Tell the PM he’s dreaming if he thinks the issue of banning gambling ads is going to go away in the new year. The Parliament can no longer ignore the devastating impacts of gambling on Australians. The pressure for reform will only increase #auspol #politas