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How Canberra is responding to the fuel shock
Right across our country, the war in the Middle East is having a significant economic impact, including here in Southbank.
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Politics is a team game – so is being a parent
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.
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A record-breaking sitting fortnight in Parliament
I have just returned from a big sitting fortnight in Parliament House (a record breaking-one).
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Building more homes to buy and rent
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.
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Thank you, Macnamara
Serving our community for another three years is the greatest privilege of my life.
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A progressive Parliament: Greens hold the key
Thank you, Southbank. In the recent federal election, your overwhelming support propelled the Greens to achieve our highest-ever vote share in this community. This trust you’ve placed in us is both humbling and a strong signal of your desire for progressive reform.
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A free BBQ – and a government that’s gutting our nature laws
During late March, we hosted another of our free community BBQs in Southbank.
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Vital open space at the Kings Way undercroft
Southbankers need more open space. And we’re delivering that, underneath the Kingsway overpass.
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Powering past coal and gas
In a world racing to reduce pollution, the Greens have a plan to power past coal and gas. Did you know that Australia has the potential to be a renewable energy superpower?
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All I want for Christmas are renters’ rights
Everyone deserves a secure home. Yet, as we prepare to celebrate the holiday season, thousands of people in our southside community are grappling with the grim reality of a severe housing crisis with no immediate end in sight.
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End of year wrap-up
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.
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Betting on harm: Australia can’t afford to gamble on inaction
For too long gambling companies have profited off the misery of everyday people. The Greens say enough is enough.
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Everyone deserves a better deal at the supermarket
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.
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Our Olympians represent the best of Australia: diversity, equality and opportunity
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.
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The words we use matter
Two weeks ago, my office in St Kilda was vandalised.
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From Southbank to Canberra, it’s an honour to represent you
I’m Steph Hodgins-May, and I’ve recently been sworn in as your new federal Greens Senator.
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Delivering financial relief for students, graduates in Macnamara
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.
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Gender equality is on the agenda
I’m incredibly proud to be part of a Labor government with a strong commitment to gender equality.
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Tackling the cost of living in Macnamara
Southbank is a beautiful place to live, and in my many conversations with you, I know that the people of Southbank love this community.
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Macnamara, it’s been a big year
As we approach the festive season, I wanted to reflect on some of the work and achievements we have made this year.
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Renting shouldn’t be a nightmare
Closing the gender gap
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