Before I begin this month’s column, I want to acknowledge the profound pain our community is feeling.
The anti-Jewish terrorist attack on Bondi Beach was horrific. This was an act of violence driven by hate, aimed at Jewish Australians – friends and neighbours who are an integral and valued part of our community here in Bradfield, across Sydney, and throughout our nation.
Antisemitism is pernicious and corrosive. It must be condemned without hesitation and confronted with resolve.
I have attended services held by Rabbis and senior Jewish leaders in synagogues across Bradfield, as the Menorah was lit for Chanukah.
These were moments of light and reflection, held in the shadow of the brutal anti-Jewish terrorist attack that struck our country. Here, I saw that even in times of darkness, light endures.
And it is that light we must hold onto.
In Parliament
In Canberra, my push for gas market regulation has paid off. I introduced a Private Member’s Motion to clean up our gas market – because it makes no sense that people in Japan pay less for Australian gas than we do here.
One week later, the Government announced it will finally act – recognising that the market rules weren’t working for Australians, or for a credible transition to net zero.
I also supported the first major overhaul of national nature laws in 25 years, called for stronger federal leadership on housing, and pushed to ban gambling advertising – on which the government sadly refused to allow a conscience vote.
In Bradfield
We’ve wrapped up the Economic Conversations series, bringing national economic debates home through four community forums. More than 500 locals took part, asking the thoughtful questions now captured in my new report –Productivity: Unpacked. You can read it on my website!
Other highlights included visiting my alma mater, Killara High School, to present a flag that presided in the House of Representatives; sharing lunch with the Armenian Relief Committee to celebrate their 10-year anniversary; and speaking at the official opening of the CASS Asquith Residential Aged Care Facility.
I’m deeply grateful to represent Bradfield, and I look forward to continuing this work together in 2026.
Key Takeaways: Member's Update
- Standing Against Hate: The Member condemns the recent anti-Jewish terrorist attack at Bondi Beach and reaffirms support for the Jewish community during Chanukah.
- Gas Market Reform: Successful advocacy in Canberra has led to government action on gas market regulation to lower prices for Australians.
- Legislative Priorities: Continued push for environmental law overhauls, federal housing leadership, and a ban on gambling advertising.
- Local Engagement: Over 500 residents participated in the "Economic Conversations" forums, resulting in the new Productivity: Unpacked report.
- Community Connection: Recent visits include Killara High School, the Armenian Relief Committee, and the opening of the CASS Asquith Residential Aged Care Facility.