Shane Broad
ALP TAS

Shadow Minister for Building and Construction

Elected 2017

9 years

Member for Braddon

TAS

Shane Broad was born on 21 August 1974 in Burnie and raised on a family farm in Gawler, TAS. He grew up alongside his three siblings. He attended Ulverstone High School, and Don College. In his youth, he was an exchange student to the Faroe Islands, where he became fluent in the Faroese language.

Shane’s professional background is defined by his career as an agricultural scientist and athlete. After working as a farmer, he earned a Bachelor of Agricultural Science with First Class Honours ...

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  • Shadow Minister for Building and Construction
  • Shadow Minister for Consumer Affairs
  • Shadow Minister for Resources
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First Speech in Parliament

13 April 2017

# Agricultural Policy # Education # Community Development # Sustainable Practices # Health and Wellbeing # Local Governance # Cultural Exchange # Economic Development # Environmental Sustainability # Political Renewal

Personal Journey

  • Grew up on a farm in Gawler, Tasmania, fostering a strong work ethic and connection to the land.
  • Experienced life-changing exchange in the Faroe Islands, learning about different cultures and languages.
  • Academic background in agricultural science, culminating in a PhD focused on sustainable practices in vegetable production.

Political Aspirations

  • Motivated by a desire to represent Braddon and advocate for a fair go, inspired by a family legacy of Labor values.
  • Aims to use scientific methods in decision-making to tackle long-term challenges in health and education.
  • Emphasises the importance of community and lifelong learning, drawing from personal experiences in local governance and agriculture.

Future Goals

  • Committed to enhancing the quality of life in Braddon and Tasmania through sustainable policies and community engagement.
  • Plans to address issues related to economic development and environmental sustainability while supporting local initiatives.

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Shane Broad represents the electorate of Braddon in the Tasmanian Parliament.

Shane Broad is a member of the Australian Labor Party.

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In Parliament

CONSTITUENCY QUESTIONS

Liberal Cabinet Integrity

Parliament of Tasmania • House of Assembly • 16 June

AI Summary

  • Dr Broad questioned the Premier on the integrity of the Liberal Cabinet's culture and the steps being taken to restore trust and accountability.
  • Mr George inquired about the total legal expenses for public servants involved in the commission of inquiry and called for transparency in disclosing these costs.
  • Both questions highlight concerns about integrity and accountability within the government.

ADJOURNMENT

Antibiotic Resistance

Parliament of Tasmania • House of Assembly • 27 May

AI Summary

  • Dr Broad argues that concerns over florfenicol use in the salmon industry should not overshadow the greater threat posed by antibiotic overuse in Asia.
  • He highlights that florfenicol is not used in human medicine and is less harmful than alternatives like Oxytetracycline.
  • Broad calls for focus on more significant sources of superbugs rather than questioning the EPA's findings.

Social Media

Posted on Facebook • 19 June 2026

Watching a salmon harvest on Macquarie Harbour. It's a fast, efficient and humane process, using technology developed in Tasmania and now used around the world. From the harbour to processing, this industry supports jobs right across our state.
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Posted on Facebook • 18 June 2026

Fix the systems, not cut the people. Better project delivery, smarter government, and a workflow that actually works efficiently.
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Posted on X • 11 March 2026

Forestry

@Cangelosi_F All my posts are unrelated to any donations. Including ones I don’t know about. I have been saying the same things about forestry for years and you know this.
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Posted on X • 11 March 2026

@virtualmusing @TassieWild Wildos release is defamatory. No cash for comment from me. My posts are completely organic and sincere as you describe.
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