Bob Katter
KAP Federal

Member for Kennedy (QLD)

Very Safe

15.75% Margin

Elected 1993

33 years

Member for Kennedy (QLD)

Federal - QLD

Bob was born in 1945 in Cloncurry, a town in rural Queensland. His father, Bob Sr, was a National Party Federal MP and served as the Minister for War in the McMahon government. After graduating from the local high school, Bob studied law at the University of Queensland, where he was President of the University of Queensland Law Society, but dropped out before graduating.

Prior to his political career, Bob worked as a mine labourer, in the cattle industry and in the insurance industry. He ...

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First Speech in Parliament

6 May 1993

# Individual Rights # Agricultural Policy # Economic Development

  • Personal Background and Values
    • Tribute to his mother for instilling values of sincerity, love for country, and responsibility to God.
    • Influences from key figures like George Price and Lady Pearl Logan, highlighting his deep connection to Queensland and the National Party.
  • Political Philosophy and Policy Goals
    • Advocates for private ownership as a safeguard against government excess and collective ownership failures.
    • Emphasises the importance of the owner-operator philosophy, inspired by figures like Alan Fletcher.
    • Critiques current government practices that harm local industries, particularly agriculture and resource extraction.
  • Current Issues and Future Agenda
    • Discusses the plight of struggling families and the impact of government policies on jobs and local economies, especially in the Kennedy electorate.
    • Calls for infrastructure development, such as dams and roads, which he argues are crucial for economic prosperity.
    • Highlights the need for investment in sustainable industries, like solar energy and aquaculture, to create jobs and support local communities.

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Media Releases

Pay parents to restore birthrates towards a million a year in a century

Media Release • 15 September

Social Services Child Care Income Tax

AI Summary

  • Bob Katter calls for a $75,000 payment per birth to boost declining birthrates.
  • He suggests income-splitting to help single-income families with disposable income.
  • Treasurer argues these proposals would disincentivise women's workforce participation and favour wealthier families.
  • Katter criticises the Treasurer for undervaluing unpaid care work and supporting commercial childcare subsidies instead.
  • Katter envisions a population of 80 million in Australia through increased birthrates over the next century.

AI Summary

  • Bob Katter opposes new electoral changes merging Malanda and Mount Isa into one electorate.
  • He highlights the different needs and challenges of these communities over a distance of more than 1,000 kilometres.
  • Katter hosted a public meeting in Malanda to gather local concerns about losing state representation.
  • He raises issues regarding the impracticality of having one representative manage such a large electorate.

In Parliament

BILLS › Carbon Credits and Other Legislation Amendment (Integrity and Transparency) Bill 2026

Second Reading

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 14 October

Environment Agriculture Electricity Market Energy Emissions Mining Renewables Private Transport - Cars Livestock Economy Industry

AI Summary

  • Criticises a fellow member for supporting a bill that threatens coal mining jobs in Queensland, highlighting a disconnect in representation.
  • Points to skyrocketing electricity prices linked to carbon credits and criticises reliance on imports for energy solutions.
  • Calls out the hypocrisy of policies affecting First Australians, arguing they hinder economic development and property rights.

STATEMENTS BY MEMBERS

Far North Queensland: Working Holiday Maker Program

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 13 October

AI Summary

  • Student visas and migration are critical topics, particularly for the agricultural sector in Far North Queensland.
  • The region produces 12% of Australia's fruit and vegetables, heavily relying on backpackers for labour.
  • Banana production, a key commodity, cannot be sustained without overseas workers.

Social Media

Posted on Facebook • 22 October 2026

Agriculture Energy Crops

🇦🇺⛽️🎁 FUEL SELF-SUFFICIENCY & $40k TO AUSSIES 🎁🇦🇺⛽️ If all government cars were hybrids. If our sugar and grain was converted to ethanol. If our oil was refined in Australia. WE WOULD BE SELF-SUFFICIENT IN FUEL. This would save EVERY Australian taxpayer $40,000 a year, create hundreds of jobs and resurrect our sugar and grain industries. The answers are there… government just needs to act!!! Check out Bob’s recent podcast for more explanation. Listen now https://open.spotify.com/episode/74XTSGEQbH625tlNgOwcNI?si=itCSOqnJT2avEhkickBicg
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Posted on Facebook • 20 October 2026

Indigenous Affairs Energy Emissions Native Title Tobacco

🔬🇦🇺 PARLIAMENT UNDER THE MICROSCOPE 🇦🇺🔬 Last week’s parliamentary debate raised some key concerns about the state and direction of the country. Bob’s take is detailed in his latest podcast and includes: Carbon Credits (Integrity and Transparency) Legislation – hidden under the guise of ‘transparency’ and ‘integrity’ this legislation WIDELY EXPANDS Native Title consent requirements, openly acknowledging that it will essentially kill off nearly all small/medium size mining and infrastructure projects with extended project delays and costs. Customs (Illicit Tabacco) Legislation – stronger enforcement and penalties is useless against organized crime unless we also stop demand by narrowing the VAST gap between legal and illegal tobacco products and take away the economic incentives fue...
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Posted on X • 20 September 2024

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