I’m proud to have been elected as your Federal Member for Sturt, to be your voice in Canberra and to stand up for our community. My greatest motivation is to see Sturt thrive and to grow, and to be a place people love to live, where they feel safe, where they can raise their families and where they can contribute to the community and enjoy a fulfilled and meaningful life.
And I know that’s something the wonderful people of Sturt aspire to as well.
Nothing gives me greater satisfaction the speaking up for and helping the residents I represent. It is important to me that I deliver outcomes for residents every day, whether it be about accessing the NDIS, resolving issues with Medicare or aged care, helping business and community organisations network and connect and providing information about the issues that affect us all, including cost of living, climate, education, health care and economic security through secure, well-paid jobs.
Nothing gives me greater satisfaction the speaking up for and helping the residents I represent. It is important to me that I deliver outcomes for residents every day, whether it be about accessing the NDIS, resolving issues with Medicare or aged care, helping business and community organisations network and connect and providing information about the issues that affect us all, including cost of living, climate, education, health care and economic security through secure, well-paid jobs. In my first speech to Parliament, I spoke about the key issues that I believe in and intend to champion. I am determined to see every child thrive at school, free from the impacts of bullying. I also deeply value the service our defence force veterans have given to this great country and wish to ensure their dignity and courage is recognises with meaningful and sustainable post-service support. I am also determined to champion South Australia's defence industry, which is not only critical for Australia’s sovereign capability but is also the greatest economic opportunity for our great State in a century in that it will deliver secure, well-paid jobs for generations to come.
I love living in Sturt and supporting our local community – I’ll never stop fighting for Sturt, whether it is advocating for our schools, championing defence industry jobs, supporting the development of more green spaces and community environmental initiatives or delivering the services and infrastructure that Sturt needs. I love and am deeply grateful for my work in Canberra but no matter where I go, I am always happy to be home in Sturt, because nothing compares to our community. From our vibrant Italian, Chinese and Indian communities to our open spaces and top-quality schools, and from our diverse cuisine that I continue to discover to our incredible community sporting, arts and service organisations, Sturt offers so much and is where I am happiest.
Claire is an elected councillor for the Norwood Payneham and St Peters Council, lawyer, Royal Flying Doctor Service Board member, wife, step-mother, and a keen runner.
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We are so fortunate to live in a community that is peaceful, tranquil, and safe. I deeply love the home we share. That's why I want to give back.
I want to make our community better — not just for some of us, but for all of us. That's why I serve on local council, and that's why I want to be your representative in Canberra.
"I will work hard to make your life better and easier. With me, you can expect more for your community."
