Ed Husic
ALP Federal

Member for Chifley (NSW)

Very Safe

13.5% Margin

Elected 2010

15 years

Member for Chifley (NSW)

Federal - NSW

Ed was born in Sydney in 1970. His parents emigrated from Bosnia and he was raised in the city’s western suburbs, attending Mitchell High School.

Ed holds a Bachelor of Arts (Applied Communications) from the University of Western Sydney. He entered the workforce as an assistant advisor to the Parliamentary Secretary for Defence, Labor MP Roger Price, in 1991 before taking a position as a consultant at Burson-Marsteller in 1993. He then worked as an assistant advisor to the Minister for Co...

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First Speech in Parliament

28 October 2010

# Education # Climate Change # Economic Equality # Infrastructure # Healthcare # Multiculturalism # Youth Development # Community Support # Workplace Rights # Trade Training

Personal Background and Values

  • Ed Husic expresses gratitude for his journey to parliament, acknowledging Roger Price’s legacy and support.
  • Highlights the importance of education, crediting public schooling and the establishment of a university in Western Sydney for his success.
  • Shares his parents’ immigrant story, emphasizing values of hard work, family, and community.

Policy Interests

  • Advocates for increased educational opportunities, including funding for schools and trade training centres to improve retention rates and student performance.
  • Focuses on healthcare and infrastructure investment to support the growing Chifley electorate.
  • Stresses the urgency of addressing climate change and environmental repair as a collective responsibility for future generations.

Community and Economic Concerns

  • Critiques the growing wealth disparity and emphasizes the need for fair workplace laws and economic balance to ensure shared prosperity.
  • Calls for a united approach to multiculturalism, emphasizing the contributions of migrant communities and the importance of community support.
  • Expresses a commitment to remaining approachable and responsive to the needs of his diverse electorate.

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Media Releases

The Albanese Labor Government is building more homes more quickly, and making them easier to buy

Media Release • 22 March

Housing and Homelessness Housing & Homelessness Property Industry

AI Summary

  • $54 million investment in prefabricated and modular home construction to accelerate building processes.
  • Help to Buy scheme expanded with increased income and property price caps, aiding 40,000 first home buyers.
  • Government committed to building 1.2 million homes in five years, countering previous Coalition inaction on housing.

Aussie seafood on the menu with labelling change

Media Release • 20 March

Agriculture Fisheries

AI Summary

  • New country-of-origin labelling for seafood to be implemented from 1 July 2025.
  • Restaurants will use the Australian-Imported-Mixed (AIM) model to indicate seafood origin.
  • Over 10,000 Australians are employed in the seafood industry, contributing $3 billion to the economy.
  • Consultation revealed a demand for clearer seafood sourcing information among consumers.
  • Ministers agreed the AIM model balances consumer information needs with business costs.

In Parliament

QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

Manufacturing Industry

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 25 March

Industry Innovation

AI Summary

  • Government initiatives to bolster the manufacturing sector were outlined.
  • Concerns about job security and workforce skills in manufacturing were raised.
  • The potential impact of international trade agreements on local industry was discussed.

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Future Made in Australia

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 11 February

Industry

AI Summary

  • Government outlines commitment to the 'Future Made in Australia' initiative.
  • Focus on enhancing domestic manufacturing capabilities.
  • Objective to create more jobs and stimulate the economy.

Social Media

Posted on Facebook • 13 June 2025

💔 Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic Air India plane crash. Watching the details emerge through the day has been so tough. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and all those affected.
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Posted on Facebook • 8 June 2025

It’s a source of pride that for nearly 30yrs, Mount Druitt residents have organised and held an annual Reconciliation Walk. Especially important for an area with one of the biggest Aboriginal urban communities in the nation - and many who were part of the Stolen Generation. Yesterday, our community walked as one for the 2025 Reconciliation Walk. Proud to stand with locals, Elders and leaders as we walk together as one in the spirit of unity and with the courage to talk about the value of truth telling. Big thanks to everyone who helped bring this special day to life, particularly the volunteers who form the backbone of the Mount Druitt and District Reconciliation Group.
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Posted on LinkedIn • 14 April 2025

Digital Technologies

Today is World Quantum Day and with our Government's work signalling Australia wants to be a world leader and at the cutting edge of research in Quantum computing, there is much to celebrate. In our first term of Government we delivered Australia’s first ever National Quantum Strategy, established Quantum Australia, and allocated half a billion in funding to companies such as Silicon Quantum Computing and PsiQuantum Australia who are developing the first commercially useful quantum computer...
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Posted on LinkedIn • 6 April 2025

Food and Grocery Industry

Ok. I was a sceptic about the taste of oat milk - but this blend actually tasted quite nice. I’m a believer! Many of you may be familiar with Aussie food manufacturer Nuttelex spreads: they’re now broadening out to include plant based milks. My friend and colleague Cassandra Fernando MP was keen for me to check out Nuttelex’s new facilities at Cranbourne West. CEO Geoff Long showed me the investments they made in automating some of their production lines (I absolutely believe we can manu...
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