Articles by Josh Burns

How Canberra is responding to the fuel shock

April 7th, 2026 - Josh Burns

Right across our country, the war in the Middle East is having a significant economic impact, including here in Southbank.

Politics is a team game – so is being a parent

February 10th, 2026 - Josh Burns

Last week was the first time since 2019 that I missed a Parliamentary sitting week in Canberra. I’ll admit I did tune into Question Time, embarrassing as that may be.

A record-breaking sitting fortnight in Parliament

November 12th, 2025 - Josh Burns

I have just returned from a big sitting fortnight in Parliament House (a record breaking-one).

Building more homes to buy and rent

September 10th, 2025 - Josh Burns

It has been just over 100 days since I was appointed Special Envoy for Social Housing and Homelessness, and I have spent the time travelling around the country speaking to community members and housing services about the challenges facing housing affordability.

Thank you, Macnamara

July 9th, 2025 - Josh Burns

Serving our community for another three years is the greatest privilege of my life.

Fighting for our next generations in Macnamara

April 9th, 2025 - Josh Burns

For the first time, Gen Z and millennials outnumber baby boomers in the upcoming election. Some political commentators fear this shift, but I believe it can only be a good thing.

Vital open space at the Kings Way undercroft

March 5th, 2025 - Josh Burns

Southbankers need more open space. And we’re delivering that, underneath the Kingsway overpass.

End of year wrap-up

December 4th, 2024 - Josh Burns

As another year draws to a close, I have just returned from a big two weeks in Parliament House, and I wanted to give you all a wrap up on some of the things we have done together this year.

Everyone deserves a better deal at the supermarket

October 9th, 2024 - Josh Burns

I know from speaking with our community right across Macnamara that people are doing it tough. Mortgages have gone up, rents too, and everyday expenses have been piling up.

Our Olympians represent the best of Australia: diversity, equality and opportunity

August 7th, 2024 - Josh Burns

It felt like the world needed the Olympics. And they have arrived with all the ceremony and style of one of the world’s great cities – Paris.

The words we use matter

July 2nd, 2024 - Josh Burns

Two weeks ago, my office in St Kilda was vandalised.

Delivering financial relief for students, graduates in Macnamara

June 4th, 2024 - Josh Burns

This year’s Budget brings significant relief to students across our community, and I’ve heard from many of you about how vital HECS support is.

Gender equality is on the agenda

April 3rd, 2024 - Josh Burns

I’m incredibly proud to be part of a Labor government with a strong commitment to gender equality.

Tackling the cost of living in Macnamara

February 7th, 2024 - Josh Burns

Southbank is a beautiful place to live, and in my many conversations with you, I know that the people of Southbank love this community.

Macnamara, it’s been a big year

December 5th, 2023 - Josh Burns

As we approach the festive season, I wanted to reflect on some of the work and achievements we have made this year.

What comes next now the Matildas have changed the game?

September 6th, 2023 - Josh Burns

The past month has caused nothing short of an obsession with the Matildas in my household. From Sam Kerr’s goal to Mackenzie Arnold’s wall of steel, like most Australians, it has been pretty much impossible to pull away from the TV.

Steady leadership through uncertain times

July 5th, 2023 - Josh Burns

Parliament has just adjourned for its winter recess.

Renting shouldn’t be a nightmare

May 10th, 2023 - Josh Burns

Affordable housing needs to be more than a dream.

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