Jacqui Lambie
JLN Federal

Leader of the Jacqui Lambie Network in the Senate

Elected 2013

12 years

Senator for Tasmania (TAS)

Federal - TAS

Jacqui was born in 1971 in Ulverstone, on the northern coast of Tasmania. She was raised in Devonport and was schooled at Devonport High School until leaving Year 11. Her father was a truck driver and her mother trained as a hairdresser. Jacqui spent much of her childhood in public housing.

Jacqui enlisted in the Australian army in 1989, aged 18. She served in the Transport Corps for five years and then served another five years in the Military Police, rising to the rank of corporal. Foll...

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First Speech in Parliament

3 September 2014

# Veteran Support # Economic Development # Tasmanian Issues

Personal Background and Values

  • Jacqui Lambie emphasizes her connection to Tasmania and her Aboriginal heritage through her mother's family.
  • She expresses deep gratitude for her family and acknowledges Clive Palmer for supporting her political ambitions.
  • Her military service has instilled in her a respect for freedom, rights, and a commitment to care for veterans.

Policy Goals

  • Lambie is focused on securing a fairer share of national wealth for Tasmania and addressing economic disparities.
  • She highlights the importance of food, water, energy, national, and job security as fundamental to Tasmania's and Australia's future prosperity.
  • She advocates for policies that support primary wealth creators like farmers, fishers, and manufacturers, asserting the need to address high energy costs that harm local businesses.

Focus on Veterans

  • Lambie calls for a Royal Commission into the Department of Veterans' Affairs due to systemic failures and high suicide rates among veterans.
  • She recounts the story of Marcus Saltmarsh to illustrate the mistreatment of veterans and the need for accountability in the military.
  • Her commitment includes assisting veterans in navigating bureaucratic challenges to receive their entitlements.

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Jacqui Lambie represents the Senate seat of Tasmania in the Australian Parliament.

Jacqui Lambie is a member of the Jacqui Lambie Network.

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Media Releases

Mental health report released after Tyrrell's questions

Media Release • 10 October 2023

Health Primary Healthcare Mental Health

AI Summary

  • Senator Tammy Tyrrell welcomes the release of the 10-year National Mental Health Workforce Strategy
  • Questions raised about delay in releasing the strategy and its content
  • Report highlights the critical shortage in Tasmania's mental health workforce

Tam's Takes - September edition

Media Release • 1 September 2023

Banking and Finance Education Health Housing and Homelessness Social Services Primary Healthcare Nuclear Superannuation Schools and Teaching Pensioners Child Care Social Services Sector Company Tax Aged Care Secondary Healthcare Housing & Homelessness Local Government Funding

AI Summary

  • Senator's office can assist with social services, visa concerns, and mediate between federal departments
  • Tam shares her opinion on pineapple on pizza depending on the type
  • Responses from the public show varied opinions on whether the Commonwealth should pay super on paid parental leave

In Parliament

STATEMENTS BY SENATORS

Footwear Industry

Australian Federal Parliament • Senate • 26 March

Industry

AI Summary

  • Senators discussed the current state and challenges facing the Australian footwear industry.
  • Concerns were raised about competition from overseas imports affecting local manufacturers.
  • The need for government support and investment in innovation within the industry was highlighted.

MATTERS OF PUBLIC IMPORTANCE

Economy

Australian Federal Parliament • Senate • 25 March

AI Summary

  • The discussion focused on the current state and future prospects of the Australian economy.
  • Key issues included inflation, interest rates, and employment rates.
  • Members highlighted the need for sustainable economic growth and investment in infrastructure.

Social Media

Posted on Facebook • 28 June 2025

At Daltons Ulverstone getting my fired up Ninja ginger boost and maybe sneaking in some pancakes happy rainy Saturday
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Posted on Facebook • 27 June 2025

I think we all relate to this, especially here in Tassie. 🤣
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Posted on X • 27 March 2024

Education Tertiary Education

20k Australians rally behind Monique Ryan’s petition to change HECS debt indexation https://t.co/IGuTjSLidX
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Posted on X • 25 March 2024

I've been thinking about this all day - and it's got me stumped - why on earth would @TasLabor concede so quickly? Why wouldn't they wait for the final result - honouring their voters and their party workers! It's like they don't even want to govern! #politas #auspol
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Posted on LinkedIn • 25 November 2024

This government has time, and time again used the tactic called 'guillotine'. This allows the government to shut down proper debate, and rush through laws without giving your representatives a fair chance to speak up for you. Is this what democracy should look like? 🤔
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Posted on LinkedIn • 20 November 2024

INDEPENDENT REVIEW INTO COMCARE Comcare was set up in 1988, and it's been a case of set and forget. Well, at last, there's an independent review into Comcare. More than 470,000 Australian workers fall under the Comcare scheme. There are so many bad stories about Comcare, and it's important that if you have experience with it, you take the opportunity to contribute to the review. Submissions close on the 2nd of December. Through the consultation, they're seeking responses from:   * In...
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