Sarah Henderson
LP Federal

Shadow Minister for Communications and Digital Safety

Elected 2019

7 years

Senator for Victoria (VIC)

Federal - VIC

Sarah was born in Geelong in 1964. Her mother, Ann Henderson, served as a Victorian Liberal state government minister and her father was a local mayor. Sarah attended The Geelong College where she was school captain.

From the University of Melbourne, Sarah holds a Bachelor of Laws (Honours). She began her career as a reporter for 7 News Melbourne in 1982. She moved to 9 News Brisbane in 1985 and then worked as a reporter and presenter for 10 News Melbourne in 1987 and then at ABC-TV from ...

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Portfolios

  • Shadow Minister for Communications and Digital Safety
  • Shadow Cabinet Minister

Committees

  • Environment and Communications: Legislation
  • Environment and Communications: References
  • National Anti-Corruption Commission

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First Speech in Parliament

16 October 2019

# Regional Development # Energy Policy # Family Law Reform

Personal Background and Values

  • Sarah Henderson expresses pride in her role as a Liberal senator for Victoria, highlighting her previous experience as the member for Corangamite.
  • She emphasises her commitment to the Liberal Party and its foundational values of freedom, opportunity, and individual development, referencing historical figures like Sir Robert Menzies and John Howard.
  • Henderson acknowledges her family’s influence, particularly her mother’s legacy as a former MP, and expresses deep gratitude towards her supporters and mentors.

Policy Goals and Focus Areas

  • Aims to advocate for regional Victoria, addressing specific local issues such as drought management and the need for water infrastructure, including new dams and gas mining to ensure energy security.
  • Commits to improving regional transport infrastructure, including fast rail projects, and tackling housing affordability through initiatives like the First Home Loan Deposit Scheme.
  • Highlights the need for reforms in family law and support for victims of family violence, underscoring her past role in social services, housing, and disability policy.

Future Agenda and Challenges

  • Plans to fight for economic stability through budget surpluses, job growth, and infrastructure investment, while rejecting extreme left agendas that challenge free speech and farmers' rights.
  • Emphasises the importance of national security, foreign investment laws, and the need for transparent governance in critical infrastructure.
  • Calls for continued reforms in disability services and housing to address pressing social issues.

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FAQ

Sarah Henderson represents the Senate seat of Victoria in the Australian Parliament.

Sarah Henderson is a member of the Liberal Party.

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Media Releases

Anika Wells is failing to keep children safe online

Media Release • 31 March

Technology Child Protection Digital Technologies

AI Summary

  • The Albanese government is criticised for failing to implement effective online safety measures for children, with tools not being made available to families.
  • Labor's social media ban is deemed ineffective, as it does not address the issues children face, including dodging the ban and sharing devices.
  • Concerns are raised about the lack of action on technology that can prevent child sexual abuse material, with the eSafety Commissioner reporting no significant change in complaints.

Coalition calls for immediate halving of fuel tax as national fuel crisis deepens

Media Release • 27 March

Banking and Finance Energy Pricing Small Business Economy

AI Summary

  • Coalition calls for a three-month halving of fuel tax to ease financial pressure on families and businesses in regional Victoria.
  • Halving the fuel tax could reduce prices by approximately 26 cents per litre.
  • Proposal includes a corresponding cut to the Heavy Vehicle Road User Charge to support freight and reduce costs.
  • Senator Sarah Henderson highlights the urgent need for government action amid rising fuel prices and inflation.
  • Funding options for the tax cut include ending the Electric Car Discount and reversing green hydrogen subsidies.

In Parliament

DOCUMENTS › Cybersafety

Order for the Production of Documents

Australian Federal Parliament • Senate • 26 March

AI Summary

  • An order for document production concerning cybersafety has been established.
  • The initiative aims to improve online safety protocols.
  • Focus on regulatory measures and compliance in cybersafety.

QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

Fuel Security

Australian Federal Parliament • Senate • 24 March

Energy Petroleum

AI Summary

  • Emphasis on the critical nature of fuel security for Australia.
  • Government initiatives to maintain a stable fuel supply were outlined.
  • Concerns regarding vulnerabilities and potential risks to the fuel sector were raised.

Social Media

Posted on Facebook • 31 March 2026

Under Labor, Australian children are not safe online and families are paying the price. ➡️ sarahhenderson.com.au/anika-wells-is-failing-to-keep-children-safe-online/
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Posted on Facebook • 30 March 2026

Finally, Labor has accepted our proposal to halve the fuel tax which will save families up to $50 a week. But why is the Prime Minister always the last to lead in a national crisis?
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Posted on X • 27 February 2026

Technology

The Coalition is demanding a full review of the eSafety Commissioner’s use of mandatory takedown notices - because our free speech is worth fighting for.
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Posted on X • 27 February 2026

Defence

JOIN OUR PROTEST: Hands off our fort! This Sunday at 12 noon - Gellibrand St Queenscliff - please join our community protest against the Albanese government’s disgraceful fire sale of the historic Fort Queenscliff. Tell Defence Minister Richard Marles and Corangamite MP Libby Coker that our region, our heritage and our defence capability matter. ➡️ PETITION: https://t.co/mxVvvMKI6S
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Posted on LinkedIn • 31 December 2024

My 2024 report card on Labor’s mismanagement of our schools and universities. Australian students, teachers and parents deserve better.
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Posted on LinkedIn • 20 August 2024

Education Tertiary Education Immigration and Citizenship

Today, at the AFR Higher Education Summit, I spoke about the serious economic harm the Albanese government is causing regional and smaller unis, and private higher education providers, as a result of Labor’s immigration chaos and mismanagement of international students. With so many challenges - declining enrolments and completion rates, skyrocketing student debt, falling student satisfaction, and disastrous NAPLAN results - it is critical our universities get back to basics. That means put...
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