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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Nowhere to hide: Govt must make public imported peanut results

Media Release • 8 July

Agriculture Biosecurity

AI Summary

  • Bob Katter requests the Federal Agriculture Minister to publicly release findings on imported peanuts due to biosecurity concerns.
  • He highlights the germination of tested peanut samples as a potential biosecurity threat.
  • Katter warns that imported peanuts may not be processed properly, risking the introduction of diseases like peanut smut.
  • He criticises the government for prioritising free trade over the safety of Australian farmers and agriculture.
  • Katter insists that imports should be halted until biosecurity compliance is assured.

Katter welcomes Phosphate Hill sale as victory for North West

Media Release • 1 July

Agriculture Agricultural Industry Industry

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  • Bob Katter welcomes the sale of Phosphate Hill as a win for North West Queensland workers and industry.
  • The sale is seen as a result of years of campaigning to keep the industrial asset operational.
  • Katter credits the federal government's Reserve Resource Policy for creating conditions for the sale.
  • Affordable gas is crucial for the plant's operations and the region's industrial base.
  • Katter expresses gratitude to the local community for their determination in achieving this outcome.

In Parliament

FEDERATION CHAMBER › STATEMENTS BY MEMBERS

Parliament of Queensland

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 29 June

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  • North Queensland loses a parliamentary seat to Brisbane, creating concerns over representation for the region.
  • Katter highlights the distance between constituents in North Queensland and their new parliamentary representative.
  • Expresses personal frustration related to his son's aviation incidents and ties it to the broader issue of regional representation.

QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE

Environment, Heritage Listing

Australian Federal Parliament • House of Reps • 29 June

Environment Conservation

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  • Katter questioned the Minister about the EPBC Act's impact on local communities and traditional landholders.
  • He expressed concern that the government's environmental priorities favour ideological perspectives over the needs of the people.
  • Katter called for recognition of the contributions of hard-working Australians in the decision-making process.

Social Media

Posted on Facebook • 9 July 2026

🥷WE WERE ROBBED 🥷 Hunter SHARK JAW Restoration note….. ChatGPT can’t ever change the Queensland blood that runs through my veins.. We just didn’t get enough ball Ran out of legs Got done over by the whistle and the bunker The maroon lads were gallant in their efforts.. and played with muscle and might.. QUEENSLANDER 🤠🤠🤠
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Posted on Facebook • 8 July 2026

Agriculture

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Posted on X • 20 September 2024

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