Before becoming your member of Parliament, I was Mayor of Yarra in the first Greens majority government anywhere in the world. I was also an activist and a contemporary artist exhibiting in public galleries and museums in Australia and internationally.

Becoming a politician was never part of the plan, but after years of activism I saw how our democracy was being bought by wealthy donors and powerful lobby groups. And that this democracy is rigged in their favour.

I realised that parliament is not reserved for them – it is for all of us.

I’m here to make sure everyone has a safe and affordable home. To fight for climate action. And to stand proudly with my LGBTIQA+ community. 

As a Collingwood local, I’m passionate about our community and want to make sure it remains a thriving, welcoming place for everyone.

Together, let’s demand a better future for all of us.