Second Reading Speech for the Commonwealth Electoral Amendment (Disclosure of Political Donations) Bill 2021

This bill is as vital as it is simple: to establish a robust integrity commission to restore public trust, confidence and pride in the parliament and our democracy.

Helen Haines said the ARTC announcement showed that two years of community campaigning had paid off for Benalla and should energise the Euroa community that they too can secure a similar outcome.

The Leader of the House, Peter Dutton, has rejected a united call from the crossbench for their votes to be properly cast in divisions when participating in Parliament remotely.

The fight for a robust federal integrity commission took an important step on Wednesday.

Helen has declared victory for Benalla after the ARTC announced they will ditch their plans to build a massive new road bridge and instead deliver the community-backed option.

700 constituents have signed an open letter for the Government to fund a new hospital on the Border

Good mobile phone service is as vital as water, electricity or roads. We deserve better than what we’re currently getting.

Extra funding for mental health will flow to the Upper Murray after Helen Haines secured a commitment from the Health Minister to support ongoing mental health services in the region.

700 constituents have signed an open letter for the Government to fund a new hospital on the Border