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Federal Member for Banks, Shadow Minister for Communications. Authorised by David Coleman MP, Liberal Party of Australia, Revesby NSW.

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@DavidColemanMP
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As the Victorian Bar Association has said today, Labor’s Misinformation Bill would lead to the censorship of the free speech of Australians. Democracies move forward through debate - not by the Government telling us what we can and cannot say.
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Labor’s shocking Misinformation Bill has no place in Australia.
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Under Labor’s shocking Misinformation Bill, Government Ministers can personally order Misinformation Investigations and Misinformation Hearings. This has no place in a democracy.
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My op-ed in @FinancialReview - The Government’s Misinformation Bill is a Betrayal of Democracy
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The Albanese Government wants to ram through its Misinformation Bill, and is giving people just one week to make comments on it. This is an abuse of process and an absolute disgrace.
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Ms Tingle's reported comments about Mr Dutton are extraordinary and completely indefensible. 1/3 In addition to her comments about Mr Dutton, Ms Tingle has made further statements about her views on the Albanese Government and the Coalition. While every Australian has a right to
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Labor’s new Misinformation Bill is a threat to the free speech of ordinary Australians. My op ed in the @dailytelegraph
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6 years
The racist conduct at St Kilda yesterday must be condemned in the strongest terms. There is no place for racism in our nation. We are the most successful multi-cultural society in the world, and we have achieved that by working together to build a stronger Australia.
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5 years
Labor and the Greens have walked into the Parliament and voted against legislation that will keep Australians safe from non-citizen criminals. Whose side are they on?
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Today we announced that the Coalition will raise the age of social media access to 16 and require age verification. It’s the right thing to do.
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Under Labor's Misinformation Bill, digital platforms will censor the free speech of everyday Australians.
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5 years
Our new Character Test law will lead to more violent criminals getting deported. Labor says it will cause "undue harm to non-citizens" and opposes it. Whose side are they on?
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11 months
Labor’s forgotten that Australians have access to Facebook. Before the election they ran a social media campaign against changes to letter deliveries, now they want to cut them by 50%. With @AlboMP it’s always one thing before the election, something totally different after.
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Eating disorders have a devastating effect on individuals and their families and have among the highest mortality rates of any mental illness. We will create a world-leading eating disorder research centre, so that we can better understand these very serious illnesses #Budget2021
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1 year
MEDIA RELEASE Albanese Government Plans to Selectively Release Misinformation Bill Submissions - Delays Publication Until September
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MEDIA RELEASE 23,000 Submissions & Comments Made on Labor's Misinformation Bill But Government Still Hasn't Released a Single Document
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David Coleman MP
5 years
Appalled by the evil acts of terrorism in Sri Lanka. My thoughts are with the people of Sri Lanka, and the Australian Sri Lankan community, at this very difficult time.
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20 days
Today's headlines hit the nail on the head - Labor's Misinformation Bill is an attack on free speech. Join the campaign to stop this dangerous Bill at
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David Coleman MP
7 months
Posting videos that glorify crime online is completely unacceptable. A Coalition Government will introduce strong new penalties to crack down on this appalling behaviour.
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3 years
Every Australian discharged from hospital after a suicide attempt should get ongoing care in the community. #Budget2021 includes $158M to help make that happen.
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1 year
When @AlboMP was asked about his Government’s Misinformation Bill today, he said they didn’t have a Bill. That’s … misinformation.
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Labor Minister @MRowlandMP has handpicked a list of sites for mobile black spots, with 74% of those locations in Labor seats. Communities who aren’t on the Minister’s list are not allowed to apply. It’s a sordid political saga and a clear misuse of taxpayer funds.
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Is Labor really going to vote against laws that protect Australians from non-citizens who have committed serious crimes?
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Yes.
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1 year
Join the fight against Labor's misinformation law by signing the petition at .
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6 years
Appalled by the evil attacks at mosques in Christchurch. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families.
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5 years
Labor say they are “proud” to vote against legislation that will help the Government deport non-citizens who commit serious crimes against Australians. Disgraceful.
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3 years
Today we’re launching the world’s first National Children’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy. It will be available on the @NMHC website at 11am. More details here:
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1 year
Under Labor’s Misinformation Bill, people suspected of being involved in misinformation can be fined more than $9,000 per day if they don’t attend for questioning by Government officials. This extraordinary coercive power is yet another staggering feature of this appalling Bill.
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2 years
Very sad to hear of the passing of Jim Molan. He was a highly principled and decent man who loved Australia and never stopped fighting for it. My thoughts are with his family at this very difficult time.
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1 year
Labor’s shocking misinformation laws must be stopped.
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David Coleman MP
3 years
It was an honour to open Wandi Nerida on the Sunshine Coast today - Australia’s first residential eating disorder recovery centre. This centre will help many people suffering from eating disorders, and their families. More details here:
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2 years
Media Release 74% of Mobile Black Spot Grants in Labor Areas All Locations Chosen by Labor Party without Departmental Advice
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David Coleman MP
3 years
Very pleased to launch the National Lived Experience (Peer) Workforce Development Guidelines today. Lived Experience is central to our national Mental Health and Suicide Prevention reform. More details:
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David Coleman MP
6 years
Discussing our immigration heritage in Parliament today.
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David Coleman MP
1 year
Today in parliament the Albanese Government was still trying to defend its disturbing misinformation bill. The Coalition will fight against it every step of the way.
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David Coleman MP
2 years
Statement on Appointment as Shadow Minister for Communications 12 February, 2023 It is a great honour to join shadow cabinet as Shadow Minister for Communications, and I thank Opposition Leader Peter Dutton for this opportunity. 1/8
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David Coleman MP
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The Optus outage is impacting millions of Australians and businesses. Am urging Optus to update customers quickly and effectively. Government should provide any assistance needed to get this issue resolved as soon as possible.
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David Coleman MP
3 years
To support people in NSW affected by the extended lockdowns, we are establishing 10 Head to Health mental health pop up clinics in the impacted areas. We are also extending the operation of Head to Health clinics in Victoria. More details here:
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David Coleman MP
1 year
Labor’s Misinformation Bill contains very disturbing content and must not be allowed to proceed.
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1 year
It's time to bin the Bill: my op ed in today's @dailytelegraph on Labor's shocking Misinformation Bill.
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David Coleman MP
3 years
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. More than 3000 people lose their lives to suicide each year in Australia – our goal is to drive this number towards zero. The establishment of a National Suicide Prevention Office will help achieve this goal.
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3 years
Today the Government released the National Suicide Prevention Adviser’s final advice. Here’s my speech to the @SuicidePrevAU symposium 👉
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3 years
Seven clinical trials will receive a total of almost $15m to test the use of potential breakthrough therapies to treat debilitating mental illness. The trials will include psilocybin, cannabidiol and MDMA-assisted psychotherapy. More details:
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David Coleman MP
5 years
Today we are launching the Global Talent - Independent Program. The GTI will help high growth businesses compete internationally, so they can employ more Australians.
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David Coleman MP
1 year
Minister @MRowlandMP 's misinformation laws should be torn up and put in the bin.
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David Coleman MP
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Under Labor’s Bill, your views on elections and referendums can be censored as ‘misinformation’.
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David Coleman MP
2 years
It has been a great privilege to serve as Assistant Minister to the PM for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention.
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David Coleman MP
5 years
Great to meet with refugees, volunteers and service providers in Wagga Wagga today to learn about the great work being done in our humanitarian settlement program in the region.
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Labor icon Joe de Bruyn has today joined the avalanche of criticism of Labor’s appalling Misinformation Bill.
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3 years
Today we have opened 10 new pop up mental health clinics across Sydney, the Central Coast and the Illawarra to support people affected by the extended lockdown. More details here:
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David Coleman MP
1 year
MEDIA RELEASE Proposed Mis- and Disinformation Laws Require Careful Review
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1 year
MEDIA RELEASE Human Rights Commissioner Slams Labor’s Misinformation Bill HRC Releases its Own Submission after Government Go-Slow on Publication
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David Coleman MP
2 years
This clip would be funny if it wasn’t so serious. @mrowlandmp says that the Government believes in “equitable access” to mobile services “no matter where you live”. Why then did the Minister’s hand-picked list have 74% of mobile black spot sites in Labor electorates?
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1 year
Kids should be able to watch sport without seeing gambling ads.
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4 months
We must take strong action to protect children from social media. @DanielMorcombe Foundation @7NewsAustralia
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David Coleman MP
5 years
In South West Victoria today with @DanTehanWannon discussing our lowest migration intake in a decade. Our plan tackles population pressures in our biggest cities, and backs regional areas looking for growth.
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3 years
At any given time in Aus about 1M people have an eating disorder. endED’s House of Hope on the Sunshine Coast is providing support to so many individuals and families who are impacted. Thank you to everyone who shared their story and continue to share their story to help others.
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Words can't capture the horror of the mass murder in Israel.  And they also can't capture the horror that some Australians wanted to celebrate it.  Authorities should ensure that those responsible for the vile behaviour at the Opera House are held to account.
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My Op Ed in The Australian today on Labor's misinformation laws
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David Coleman MP
5 years
Good to join the Hindu community for Diwali celebrations in Sydney. Congratulations to BAPS and all the volunteers for putting in so much work to make today a success @JulianLeeser @GeoffLeeMP @BAPS_PubAffairs
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David Coleman MP
6 years
Thank you @JulieBishopMP for your remarkable record of service to our country.
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1 year
Under a Coalition Government, gambling advertising would not be allowed during live sporting events.
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3 years
Many people, some for the first time, are experiencing distress and serious mental health challenges. Asking "are you OK?" has never been more important. Visit for tips on how to start a conversation, not just today but any day #RUOKDay @ruokday
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David Coleman MP
10 months
We now know that Labor’s shocking Bill will allow politicians to personally order investigations into ‘misinformation’. This is completely unacceptable and is yet another reason why this Bill must not proceed.
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3 years
We need a mental health system that's more joined up, that works together, that enables people to navigate through it more easily. I spoke to @ljayes earlier today about our plan for reform. Read the transcript here:
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David Coleman MP
2 years
A full investigation is needed into Labor’s dodgy mobile black spots program.
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David Coleman MP
3 years
Men account for 75 per cent of suicide deaths in Australia but are less likely to seek help. Today I spoke to Ray Hadley @2GB873 @NewsTalk4BC to encourage men to reach out for support: #MensHealthWeek
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3 years
The Morrison Government remains deeply committed to work towards zero suicides and is committing $298M to do so. This includes the establishment of a National Suicide Prevention Office to oversee the national whole of government approach to suicide prevention #Budget2021
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MEDIA RELEASE Albanese Government Makes Humiliating Backdown on Misinformation Bill.
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David Coleman MP
6 years
Good to speak at the NSW Federation of Community Language Schools Conference today. Recently the Prime Minister and I announced $10 million in funding for the Community Languages Multicultural Grants Program to help young people learn another language.
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5 years
Our Government scrapped Labor’s out of control 457s that were hurting Australian workers. Labor granted 126,000 temporary skilled visas in 2012/13. We granted about half as many - 65,000 in 2017/18. You can’t trust Labor on immigration.
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Hey @MRowlandMP – I see you are talking about text scams today. Please ensure you pass on the message to all your ALP colleagues, given Labor’s notorious record on text scams as the party of Mediscare...
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We’re backing regional Australia with two new regional skilled visas and 25,000 permanent migration places. This will ease population pressure in our major capitals and help fill skills gaps in regional economies.
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1 year
MEDIA RELEASE Bin the Bill Hits 10,000 Subscribers Australians Signing Up at to Stop Labor's Shocking Misinformation Bill
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David Coleman MP
6 years
Good to have @ScottMorrisonMP in Hurstville today to meet with small businesses - so many success stories in our multicultural community.
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3 years
The mental health and wellbeing of children and young Australians is one of our Government’s highest priorities. That’s why we’re committing $26.8M in #Budget2021 to Kids Helpline. More details here
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Today in Brisbane with @PeterDutton_MP we announced the Coalition's policy to trial online age verification technology. This will help keep children safe online from dangerous content such as pornography.
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1 year
Labor’s shocking Misinformation Bill continues to spark outrage. Australia’s peak legal body has released its submission on the Bill, which completely tears it apart.
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3 years
Today is @headspace_aus headspace Day – a great reminder that small steps can have a big impact on your mental health and wellbeing. For #headspacetips on what small steps you can take to look after your mental health visit:
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1 year
Minister @MRowlandMP should apologise to the Australian people for her signature Misinformation Bill, and withdraw it immediately.
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1 year
MEDIA RELEASE Government Rejects Critical Child Safety Recommendation From eSafety Commissioner Inexplicable Decision Means Government Won’t Act on Age Assurance
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6 years
Great to attend the Nepal National Day event hosted by Ambassador Lucky Sherpa in Canberra tonight.
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6 years
Celebrating 200 years of Chinese migration to Australia with 30 of our newest citizens.
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David Coleman MP
11 months
The house of cards of the Albanese Government's shocking Misinformation Bill is starting to fall.
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Serious concerns around a lack of religious protections have resulted in the federal government delaying the introduction of its signature misinformation legislation.
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1 year
Top lawyer Professor Anne Twomey has described Labor’s Misinformation Bill as “a bit of a fiasco.” It’s time for the Albanese Government to withdraw this appalling Bill.
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David Coleman MP
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A top cyber security body - headed by a former Labor Minister and the Government’s own experts - has slammed the appalling Misinformation Bill.
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David Coleman MP
5 years
We’re increasing our skilled regional visas to help local regions grow and reduce population pressures in our biggest cities.
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6 years
Wonderful to welcome His Excellency Mr Ram Nath Kovind, President of the Republic of India, and his wife, Mrs Savita Kovind, to Australia on behalf of the Government today.
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My thoughts and prayers are with my St George colleague Linda Burney and her family this morning.
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David Coleman MP
3 years
It’s OK not to feel OK. If you’re struggling with mental health issues during lockdown, please reach out for support. Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service 📱 1800512348 Lifeline 📱 131114 💻
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David Coleman MP
3 years
The new multidisciplinary treatment centres in #Budget2021 represent structural change to our mental health system so that it can help more people in better ways.
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David Coleman MP
1 year
Michelle Rowland’s office has admitted that funding under their Mobile Black Spot Program was not merit-based.
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David Coleman MP
2 years
In #qt @MRowlandMP has just confirmed that 0/54 locations in the Government’s Mobile Black Spots funding round were chosen based on advice from her Department. 74% of all locations she chose are in Labor electorates.
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The Government's social media announcement is farcical and the definition of half-baked.
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