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Empowering Change: How Parliamentary Committees Shape Policy and Community Engagement - Dec 2022

Discover the influential role of parliamentary committees in shaping public policy and community engagement as detailed by an Independent Member of Parliament. Learn about the current inquiries into community safety, online gambling, and electoral integrity, and see how these efforts are designed to address pressing societal issues and improve governance. Get involved and watch public committee hearings to see democracy in action.

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Advocating for Change: Intergenerational Fairness - Nov 2022

Independent MP Kate Chaney is actively addressing intergenerational fairness in Australian politics through her parliamentary initiatives. Highlighting the widening economic disparities between generations, Chaney advocates for a comprehensive government inquiry into intergenerational inequality. Her efforts, fueled by discussions with constituents and advocacy groups, aim to restore equitable economic opportunities and long-term sustainability in policy-making. This campaign reflects Chaney's commitment to bridging generational divides and ensuring fair chances for future Australians, encapsulated in her call for national conversation and legislative action.

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Tackling Gambling Reform - Oct 2022

Independent MP Kate Chaney leverages her parliamentary platform to address the pervasive issue of gambling advertising, a concern raised by her constituents in Curtin. Highlighting the normalization of gambling in sports viewing, Chaney's advocacy led to media attention and spurred a parliamentary inquiry by the Social Policy and Legal Affairs Committee. Her proactive approach includes engaging local youth through advisory groups to contribute to the submission for the inquiry, demonstrating a commitment to community-driven policy reform in tackling gambling-related issues.

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