As I pen this first column since the May 2025 Election, I feel a deep sense of both pride and responsibility.
It is an honour to be re-elected by our community and given the opportunity to continue representing our home in the Australian Parliament.
Each Australia election is underpinned by hardworking Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) staff who conduct the ballot across our nation with professionalism and integrity.
To have the opportunity to vote – with the added confidence that the outcome will be fair – is a privilege we should never take for granted.
I am pleased that my positive local plan resonated in our community.
I have spent the past three years getting out to speak to locals where they are – and my local plan centred around providing solutions to some of the challenges we face.
I was proud that the Liberals committed to establishing an Urgent Care Clinic in Healesville.
While we didn’t form government at this election, our strong community campaign and petition resulted in Labor finally listening and announcing an Urgent Care Clinic for Lilydale.
To make matters confusing, during the election the Labor candidate for Casey stated on multiple occasions that the clinic would be in Healesville.
I recently wrote to the Prime Minister and Health Minister seeking clarity on the location.
I will keep our community informed and continue advocating for this clinic to be delivered.
I know firsthand that we also need reliable telecommunications, better local roads and upgraded local facilities.
It is disappointing Labor did not match any of my commitments in these areas, however, I won’t stop fighting for the investment and infrastructure our community deserves.
It has been great to get straight back to work fighting for our community post-election.
I am looking forward to getting back to Canberra this month for the opening of the 48th Parliament.
I will continue to be a strong local voice on issues impacting our community and our nation.
We have lots of work to do to ensure Casey remains the best place to call home – and to ensure future generations have the same opportunity to grow up in the beautiful Australia we all grew up in.
As we look ahead, my commitment is to represent all residents of Casey, regardless of how they voted, and I can’t wait to continue the work we’ve started.
