Labor for Barker

One hundred years ago, Australia recognised the need for stronger science to help solve national challenges and make the most of national opportunities. That led to the creation of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, which became today’s CSIRO.

The Albanese Labor Government has secured the largest defence export in Australia’s history, a landmark $2.5 billion deal with Canada to export Australia’s world-leading Over the Horizon Radar (OTHR) technology, supporting Australian jobs and keeping both our nations safe.

The Albanese Labor Government has now delivered every free Medicare Urgent Care Clinic we promised.

Walk in and get the care you need, without worrying about the cost.

We’ve got the best sun and wind resources in the world, and we’re using our sovereign renewables to shield our grid from global energy volatility and to bring down your energy bills.

Every day, individuals across emergency services step forward to protect our communities often in the most difficult and dangerous circumstances. Whether responding to bushfires, floods, cyclones, accidents or emergencies large and small, they consistently put the safety and wellbeing of others ahead of their own.

👨‍🚒Thank you First Responders!

Conflict overseas is pushing up prices here at home. To help with the cost of living, we’re delivering more tax cuts rolling out now, $250 off working Australians’ tax bills permanently, and a $1000 instant tax deduction without receipts.

The Albanese Government’s historic investment in strengthening Medicare is delivering more free health care for Australians.

Scams are becoming more sophisticated, and the Albanese Labor Government recognises the serious harm they cause. That is why we have taken significant steps to strengthen protections for Australians.

Under Labor the Department of Veterans’ Affairs is better funded than it has been in three decades, and that continues in this year’s Budget.

With this year’s Budget, the Albanese Labor Government is delivering for everyone in Barker.