Articles

2023

Opinion piece: Yes to closing the gap on housing

Displayed at the entrance of my office in Parliament is a piece of artwork I received from the Katherine Accommodation Action Group just a few weeks after I became the Minister for Housing.

Opinion piece: Providing a secure home for more Australians

All parents want to provide a stable home for their kids. That's why I've been working with the Prime Minister to make it easier for people to find somewhere safe and affordable to call home.

Opinion piece: One year on – Labor delivering for Tasmanians

Before the last election, one of the things that I heard most from Tasmanians was that they wanted a grown‑up government back in charge.

Opinion piece: Working together to solve Australia's housing challenges

Building a home involves the work of a lot of different professions. Architects, drafts people, surveyors, carpenters, plumbers, sparkies and other tradies to name a few.

Backing women in small business

If you’re visiting a small business this International Women’s Day, there’s a one in three chance it’s run by a woman. 

Opinion piece: Once-in-a-generation opportunity to improve housing in Australia

Right now, the reality for Australians trying to find a place to call home is difficult.

Opinion piece: Housing affordability brick by brick

When people think of Canberra, the house that usually comes to mind is Parliament House.

Opinion piece: Support small business this Valentine’s Day

Across the country, Australians are expected to spend $485 million on Valentine's Day this year.

Opinion piece: Help is always at hand

Australia’s 2.5 million small businesses play a crucial role at the heart of their local communities and in building a strong national economy.

2022

Opinion piece: Policy banning unfair contracts will shield SMEs from exploitation

The cleaning companies were multi‑billion‑dollar firms, but most of their customers were small businesses. So the big firms wrote contracts that allowed them to increase their prices.