Housing Affordability and Supply
One of my top priorities is tackling the Housing Crisis that is hurting families, young people, and retirees across our region.
We must act on both sides of the equation: controlling migration levels to manage the soaring demand and unlocking the supply of new housing. That means reducing red tape, cutting through systematic delays, and removing unnecessary barriers for builders, developers, and councils so that more homes can be built, faster.
If this Albanese Government fails to act, the housing crisis will only worsen - pushing prices and rents to unsustainable levels and locking too many Australians out of the dream of home ownership – this is something we have already seen.
I am fighting for practical reforms to deliver more homes, restore affordability, and give Australians confidence that the housing market works for them - not against them.
Energy Security and Our Community
I strongly support a diverse mix of energy sources to ensure Australia has secure, affordable, and sustainable power into the future. It is well known that I do not support Labor’s reckless proposal for an offshore wind farm in Geographe Bay.
The Labor Government’s offshore wind proposal was an unconsulted attempt to make regional communities the repository for Labor 's renewables-only energy policies.
My election in the electorate of Forrest was a clear mandate from our community against this proposal. The consultation process has been nothing short of appalling, with local voices ignored as Labor steamrolls its energy agenda into our region.
We deserve an energy policy that respects our environment, supports industry, and reflects the will of the community -not one imposed on us from Canberra. I will continue to advocate for a balanced approach to energy that reduces emissions, protects our coastline, and delivers economic sustainability for regional Australians.
Standing Up for NDIS and Regional Families
The cuts to travel allowances and hourly rates for NDIS providers in 2025 were a clear betrayal by the Albanese Government of regional Australians. By adopting a “one size fits all” approach in an attempt to mitigate their spending spree, the Government has ignored the reality of life in regional communities like ours.
In Forrest, where services are already scarce, we have seen providers cancel services or shut their doors altogether in just a matter of months. This is unacceptable. Families and children living with disability deserve better than a system that punishes them simply for living outside of metro regions.
I am standing up for NDIS participants and their families to ensure regional Australians get fair access to essential services. The Albanese Government must stop putting pressure on industries already at breaking point and start delivering the support our communities need.
Supporting Apprentices and Skills Training
Apprentices already face lower wages while juggling the rising cost of living. Cutting back their allowances makes it even harder for young people to complete their training—especially in regional areas like Forrest, where travel is often unavoidable.
This policy punishes the very people we should be encouraging: young Australians working hard to learn a trade, build a career, and fill the critical skills shortages across our nation.
I will continue to fight for apprentices and trainees in regional Western Australia, to ensure they get a fair go and the support they need to succeed.
Busselton Margaret River Airport Terminal Upgrade
As the Federal Member for Forrest, one of my key priorities is advocating for the construction of a new terminal building at Busselton Margaret River Airport.
This project will deliver enormous benefits for the entire South West – from Busselton and Margaret River to Dunsborough and beyond. A modern terminal will unlock greater opportunities in tourism, trade, and regional aviation, while providing FIFO workers and local families with the facilities they deserve.
Regional airports are economic lifelines. They drive tourism, create jobs, and keep our communities connected to essential services like healthcare, business, and freight. Passenger numbers at Busselton Margaret River Airport have grown tenfold in the past decade – proof of our region’s vibrancy and potential. A new terminal ensures we can meet this growing demand well into the future.
We have already seen world class sport come to Bunbury. In 2025 Hands oval hosted multiple AFL, AFLW and International Soccer matches. It is clear our region is growing.
This project is about more than bricks and mortar - it’s about securing long-term growth and strengthening the South West’s place in the national economy. With international flights on the horizon, we will have new opportunities to showcase our pristine natural assets, grow export freight capacity, and welcome the world to our doorstep.
I am committed to advocating for practical, productivity-enhancing projects like this because I know how much they matter to the South West. Just as Nola Marino secured the Bunbury Outer Ring Road, I will continue the fight in Canberra to deliver the infrastructure our region needs to thrive.
Health - Margaret River Hospital
It is clear the Margaret River Hospital is becoming increasingly unsustainable and outdated. With a growing and aging population in Forrest, it is inevitable that a major upgrade will be required. The community have raised this as an immediate issue for the region.
Living in a regional area shouldn’t mean second-class health care. Yet residents in Margaret River and surrounding communities face long travel times of three to four hours into Perth for services that should be available locally. This is not only costly and time-consuming, it places unnecessary strain on families and patients needing regular care.
I am committed to fighting for a modern, expanded hospital that meets the needs of our region - delivering the essential health services that our community deserves, closer to home.
