Patrick Gorman | Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister | Australian Labor Party

Very Safe

16.51% Margin

Elected 2018

7 years

Member for Perth (WA)

Federal - WA

Patrick was born in East Fremantle (Perth) in 1984. Patrick’s parents were both teachers and he went to school at Melville Senior High School.

Patrick holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences from Curtin University, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Western Australia and a Graduate Diploma of Business, also from UWA.

Patrick began work as a researcher for Western Australian Labor MLC Ken Travers in 2008 and then for Labor federal MP Melissa Parke. Patrick was...

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Portfolios

Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister
Assistant Minister for the Public Service
Assistant Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations

Committees

Cabinet: Government Communications
Cabinet: Parliamentary Business

Key Staff

Katelyn Stubberfield

Executive Officer/Diary Manager

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Adviser

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First Speech in Parliament

10 September 2018

# Education # Indigenous Rights # Economic Fairness

Personal Background and Values

Patrick Gorman reflects on his upbringing in Perth, influenced by strong familial ties, particularly women who shaped his values around education and fairness.
Emphasises the love for his community and country, highlighting the importance of values such as fairness, equality, and environmental protection.

Policy Goals

Advocates for substantial investment in education as a pathway to opportunity, calling for free early childhood education and a fair TAFE system.
Stresses the need for better resources allocation for Western Australia, including fair GST distribution and investment in tourism infrastructure.

Commitment to Community and Representation

Gorman expresses dedication to Indigenous reconciliation and enhancing the representation of diverse communities within the parliament.
Calls for reforms in the political system to combat populism and restore faith in democratic institutions, highlighting the importance of public service and responsible governance.

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FAQ

Patrick Gorman represents the electorate of Perth (WA) in the Australian Parliament.

Patrick Gorman is a member of the Australian Labor Party.

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Media Releases

TRANSCRIPT - TELEVISION INTERVIEW - SKY NEWS AFTERNOON AGENDA

Media Release • 15 September

Environment Energy Defence Energy Emissions Renewables Climate Change Defence Forces Immigration and Citizenship

AI Summary

Patrick Gorman discusses the Albanese Government's commitment to climate action and defence spending in an interview on Sky News.
Gorman highlights the success of the Home Batteries Program and the recent $12 billion investment in the Henderson Defence Precinct, creating 10,000 jobs in WA.
Jason Falinski critiques Labor's energy policy and expresses concern over the Coalition's declining electoral competitiveness.

Perth enters the world stage with ECU City media architecture

Media Release • 12 September

Education Arts and Culture Tertiary Education Planning Infrastructure Local Government Funding Regional Development

AI Summary

ECU City campus to open in semester one 2026, featuring a $853 million investment from federal and state governments and the university.
Dynamic LED façade and immersive digital displays will enhance Perth's skyline and create a vibrant public experience.
Campus will house the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts, various academic programs, and facilitate collaboration between students and industry.

In Parliament

BILLS › National Health Amendment (Cheaper Medicines) Bill 2025

Second Reading

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 27 August

Health Health Sector Health Funding Medicines

AI Summary

The National Health Amendment (Cheaper Medicines) Bill 2025 aims to reduce the cost of medicines for Australians.
The Bill proposes measures to lower prices and improve access to necessary medications.
Parliamentary discussion focuses on the potential impact of the Bill on public health and the pharmaceutical industry.

FEDERATION CHAMBER › GOVERNOR-GENERAL'S SPEECH

Address-in-Reply

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 27 August

AI Summary

Members of Parliament respond to the Governor-General's speech.
Focus on government priorities such as economic recovery and health.
Discussion of national issues including climate change and social welfare.

Social Media

Posted on Facebook • 14 September 2025

How it started ➡️ How it’s going. I fought to keep the North Perth Post Office open, and now beloved community members Rauf and Zaida are headed to Melbourne as one of three finalists for the Australia Post Licenced Post Office of the Year Award. The awards celebrate outstanding achievements of licenced post offices across the country. Good luck Rauf and Zaida – Perth is cheering you on!

Open Post

Posted on Facebook • 13 September 2025

Education

Do you have a HECS debt and a mobile phone? If you do, keep watching 👀

Open Post

Posted on X • 14 September 2025

10,000 local jobs.

Open Post

Posted on X • 13 September 2025

Tertiary Education

Do you have a HECS debt and a mobile phone? If you do, keep watching 👀

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Posted on LinkedIn • 10 September 2025

The Albanese Government’s Self-Employment Assistance program helps people kick start and grow their own business. People like Adrian, who told me “there has got to be a better way to make a living than working on temporary catering contracts,” so he is doing the program to start his own business. Good luck to Adrian and all the participants on their journeys. Thanks to ABS Victoria Park who help us deliver the program and for 20 years has helped Western Australians turn their ideas into re...