Russell Broadbent
IND Federal

Member for Monash (VIC)

Marginal

2.9% Margin

Elected 1990

35 years

Member for Monash (VIC)

Federal - VIC

Russell was born in 1950 in Koo Wee Rup, Victoria. Russell grew up in South-East Melbourne, where he lived in a caravan with his family. He attended Koo Wee Rup Secondary College.

Before politics, Russell was a draper and self-employed retailer. He established his own business where he ​​ran six shops across four locations. Russell was also the lead singer of the show band ‘The Trutones’ in the 1970s, which reportedly once opened for John Farnham. Broadbent served on the Pakenham Shire Co...

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First Speech in Parliament

11 September 1990

# Community Support # Economic Policy # Local Issues # Immigration Policy # Social Justice # Volunteering # Small Business # Drug Problems # Housing # Tourism

Personal Background and Values

  • Russell Broadbent emphasizes his gratitude to God for his position, acknowledging his long journey through multiple preselections since 1984.
  • He expresses appreciation for the support of his family, campaign team, and local volunteers, highlighting the importance of community involvement.

Constituent Representation and Local Issues

  • Broadbent is committed to serving the diverse constituents of Corinella, recognizing the area’s rich history and economic significance.
  • He notes critical local challenges, including drug use, road trauma, and the impact of single-parent families, stressing the need for attention on these issues.

Economic Concerns and Policy Goals

  • He discusses the economic struggles faced by Victoria, advocating for better support for small businesses and families impacted by high interest rates and government policies.
  • Broadbent calls for a reevaluation of immigration policies to balance community needs and opportunities, emphasizing a focus on economic growth and environmental challenges ahead.

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Russell Broadbent represents the electorate of Monash (VIC) in the Australian Parliament.

Russell Broadbent is a member of the Independent.

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In Parliament

STATEMENTS BY MEMBERS

Health Care: Immunisation

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 27 March

Health Health Sector

AI Summary

  • Members emphasised the critical role of immunisation in safeguarding public health.
  • Recent vaccination campaigns were highlighted as successful efforts to increase immunisation rates.
  • Concerns regarding vaccine hesitancy were addressed by various members.

QUESTIONS TO THE SPEAKER

Member for Moreton

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 27 March

AI Summary

  • Member for Moreton questioned the Speaker on specific parliamentary procedures.
  • Discussion focused on the Speaker's role in managing legislative debates.
  • Clarifications were sought on the guidelines governing parliamentary conduct.

Social Media

Posted on Facebook • 30 April 2025

Only two more days of early voting left! A huge thank you to the incredible volunteers who have generously given their time to help hand out my how-to-vote cards. #Vote1RussellBroadbent
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Posted on Facebook • 29 April 2025

Agriculture

The Bureau of Meteorology are wanting to close the weather station in Yanakie. An automatic weather station that farmers, tourists and the local fire brigade use on a daily basis for their livelihoods and to help the local community. As soon as this election is over, given the opportunity, I will be contacting the Minister to find out the reasoning behind why they want to close this weather station and to try to overturn the decision.
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Posted on X • 15 April 2025

Here we go! Vote 1 Russell Broadbent.
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Posted on X • 14 April 2025

Well said @VirusFighterVi1
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