Ralph Babet
UAP Federal

Parliamentary Leader of the United Australia Party [Palmer]

Elected 2022

3 years

Senator for Victoria (VIC)

Federal - VIC

Ralph Babet is a United Australia Party Member in the Parliament representing Victoria. Ralph Babet, who also goes by Deej Babet, was born in 1983 in Rodrigues, Mauritius. He arrived in Australia aged seven years old and grew up in Doveton, Victoria.

He holds a Bachelor of Business from Swinburne University of Technology and an Advanced Diploma of Sales Marketing from the Chisholm Institute.

Ralph has held a number of roles in the business and real estate sectors including with Telstr...

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Committees

  • Selection of Bills
  • Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade

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First Speech in Parliament

3 August 2022

# National Sovereignty # Economic Policy # Small Business Support

Personal Journey and Values

  • Proud to represent Victoria and Australia, emphasizing patriotism and hard work.
  • Migrated from Rodrigues as a child; parents instilled values of perseverance and education.
  • Family is central to identity and society; recalls the significance of becoming Australian citizens in 1993.

Policy Goals and Concerns

  • Advocates for prioritizing Australian interests over international agreements.
  • Calls for a return to entrepreneurial spirit and unfettered capitalism, criticizing cronyism.
  • Emphasizes the need to revive Australia's manufacturing sector and support local businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises.

Political Vision

  • Stresses the importance of national sovereignty and the dangers of foreign control over critical infrastructure.
  • Urges greater investment of Australian superannuation into local infrastructure for economic growth.
  • Condemns the rise of collectivism and radical ideologies in institutions, advocating for individual freedoms and democracy.

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Ralph Babet represents the Senate seat of Victoria in the Australian Parliament.

Ralph Babet is a member of the United Australia Party.

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Media Releases

Tucker Carlson appearing live & exclusive from the USA

Media Release • 17 March

AI Summary

  • Tucker Carlson will appear live from the USA at the 2025 Australian Freedom Conferences across several cities.
  • He will discuss Donald Trump's election victory and the impact of his presidency.
  • Filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza will also join via live feed, with speeches by Senator Ralph Babet and Suellen Wrightson on preserving rights and freedoms.

Telereach poll shows Trumpet of Patriots key to future government

Media Release • 25 February

AI Summary

  • A Telereach poll indicates significant national support for parties with Trump-like policies, with Brisbane at 34%, Sydney at 25%, Melbourne at 29%, and Adelaide at 26%.
  • Clive Palmer, chairman of the Trumpet of Patriots, claims these results reflect a desire for strong leadership and common-sense policies in Australia.
  • Palmer asserts that adopting Trump-like policies is crucial for Australia's future.

In Parliament

BILLS › Constitution Alteration (Right to Free Speech) 2025

Second Reading

Australian Federal Parliament • Senate • 12 February

AI Summary

  • The Constitution Alteration (Right to Free Speech) Bill 2025 aims to enshrine the right to free speech in the Australian Constitution.
  • Proponents argue that this amendment is necessary to protect citizens' freedoms in an increasingly regulated environment.
  • Opponents raise concerns about potential implications for hate speech and misinformation.

BILLS › Constitution Alteration (Right to Free Speech) 2025

First Reading

Australian Federal Parliament • Senate • 12 February

AI Summary

  • Introduced for first reading in the Australian Federal Parliament.
  • Proposed alteration seeks to enshrine the right to free speech.
  • Aims to enhance legal protections for free expression.

Social Media

Posted on Facebook • 25 April 2025

The mainstream media and government will soon label anyone who opposes the 'Welcome to Country' or 'Acknowledgement of Country' as Nazis. It’s one of their favourite tactics to shut down differing opinions and stifle meaningful debate - by resorting to name calling.
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Posted on Facebook • 25 April 2025

On this Anzac Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice and spirit of the men and women who gave everything for our freedom. Because of them, we live in the greatest nation on Earth. We are proud, we are free, and we are Australian. Lest we forget.
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