(Optional) Submit. "I'm really keen to get a copy of that robocall, because I've never sent a robocall to anyone and never would," she said. Prior to the March4Justice, Rebekha attended a press conference to support a Private Members' Bill introduced this morning by the Member for Warringah Zali Steggall to amend the Sex Discrimination Act to ensure sexual harassment is illegal in all circumstances. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn, and work. Electorate details Twitter: Rebekha Sharkie is the Federal Member for Mayo. 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More information can be obtained from the following sources. Postcode. "Some of the questions were rather strange. Centre Alliance MP Rebekha Sharkie said the higher education bill would deliver funding certainty to the sector while giving disadvantaged students and people from regional areas greater access study. Federal MP Rebekha Sharkie has called for an investigation into claims robocalls sent to voters in her Adelaide Hills electorate of Mayo are impersonating her and is now seeking a recording of the messages. South Australian conservatives are rebelling against a Liberal push to bring Centre Alliance MPs Rebekha Sharkie and Stirling Griff into the government fold. Websites Personal website Alternative URL. Contact. Josh Frydenberg prepares to deliver a federal budget delayed and derailed by the Covid-19 pandemic, and Rebekha Sharkie confirms she will pass controversial university package. At the 2016 federal election she defeated Liberal Jamie Briggs, and was the first Nick Xenophon Team member to be elected to the Australian House of Representatives. Rebekha Sharkie is the Federal Member for Mayo. The additional funding includes two $5 million grants in the seat of Mayo, held by Centre Alliance MP Rebekha Sharkie, for a regional indoor aquatic and leisure facility and a sports precinct, reports Guardian Australia. Email: Rebekha.Sharkie.mp@aph.gov.au. Federal Member for Mayo Rebekha Sharkie stepped out with Members of Parliament from all sides of politics to support the women's #March4Justice on the lawns outside Australian Parliament today. There is no suggestion any political party is responsible for the calls. Voters across Australia have already been inundated with separate messages from figures including Clive Palmer and Senator Cory Bernardi. Regular updates and newsletters from Rebekha Sharkie. 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"Today my Crossbench colleague Zali Steggall introduced a Private Members' Bill to amend the Sex Discrimination Act to ensure sexual harassment is illegal in ALL circumstances. "In fact, we've put legislation into Parliament to ban the robocall so it is really concerning.". Because I know Rebekha has not always voted with Labor I found this very strange. "I have been given some phone numbers but in most cases it's from a private number," she said. Under the current law, MPs, judges and other statutory appointees are not clearly protected from, or liable for sexual harassment in their workplace. At the Canberra event, a First Nations Elder sang a traditional song in honour of anyone affected by gendered violence. SA COVID-19 Information Line - 1800 253 787 offers local information and advice on general COVID-19 information for South Australians. A political volunteer accused of stalking Liberal candidate Georgina Downer, while working for Mayo MP Rebekha Sharkie during the federal election campaign, denies acting unlawfully. “Why Rebekha Sharkie is ­opposed to the Turnbull government’s strong border protection policies is something that she needs to explain to the people of Mayo,” he said. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/makemayomatter. Federal Member for Mayo Rebekha Sharkie has introduced a Private Members' Bill to put pressure on the Government to follow a United Nations recommendation and raise the age of criminal responsibility in Australia from 10 to 14 years. Email. At present, MPs and judges and other statutory appointees are not liable for sexual harassment in their workplace. Crossbenchers Cathy McGowan, Rebekha Sharkie, Kerryn Phelps and Julia Banks. The video is on YouTube here. The Sex Discrimination Amendment (Prohibiting All Sexual Harassment) Bill seeks to amend that. Rebekha Carina Che Sharkie (born 24 August 1972) is an Australian politician. Centre Alliance’s Rebekha Sharkie says she has serious concerns about fee rises and thinks it is ‘grossly unfair’ to year 12 students who chose courses before the fee changes. Ms Sharkie said she did not have a recording, but hoped locals would have it saved in their voicemail inboxes. The rallies were inspired by one of the original organisers, Melbourne academic Janine Hendry (pictured with Rebekha) who recently posted a Tweet asking how many “extremely disgruntled” women it would take to link arms around Parliament House and stand in silent protest against discrimination and alleged sexual abuse in the nation’s Parliament. Rebekha Sharkie is the Federal Member for Mayo. Rebekha Sharkie voted Yes. The ABC has not heard a recording of the call. Ms Hendry told the media her Tweet was sparked by the public debate around gendered violence including the Government's handling of the alleged rape of a former Liberal staffer in Parliament House, historical rape allegations against a Federal Minister and testimonies of harassment and assault from former schoolgirls collected by Chanel Contos. She is a member of the Australian House of Representatives, representing the Division of Mayo in South Australia. ©2021 Authorised by Rebekha Sharkie MP, Federal Member for Mayo, 1/72 Gawler St, Mount Barker SA 5251 A total of 35 rallies were held in cities and regional centres across Australia at noon as part of a nationwide protest calling for an end to sexual harassment and gendered violence in workplaces. "The Liberal Party is not using robocalls in the electorate of Mayo," a campaign spokeswoman said. But read this before you call, Former prison guard and soldier denied bail over alleged slavery offences, inundated with separate messages from figures including Clive Palmer, Georgina Downer wants another crack at Mayo and is set to apply for preselection, Clive Palmer defends campaign texts, says he'll send more, Sick of getting election leaflets in your mailbox? Centre Alliance MP Rebekha Sharkie confirmed the party would back the changes after winning more money for South Australian universities. The voice said 'this is an automated call from Rebekha Sharkie… He denies the charge, and will face court on May 22, four days after the federal election. How are you being targeted this election? No rebellions 79% attendance 4th Feb 2021, 11:44 AM. "It appears from the emails I've received from people and other messages, my name is being used and people believe there is a robocall coming from me," she told the ABC. "It is the responsibility of every elected member to listen to the voices of the thousands who have gathered around the nation to say enough is enough when it comes to gender discrimination and safety for women from sexual assault," Rebekha said. Rebekha Sharkie made sure South Australia received an increase to the number of students who could access Commonwealth Supported Places at university. "I actually hung up before the survey was completed.". (Facebook: makemayomatter)Ms Sharkie said that delays in reporting were … Photo: Kelly Barnes / AAP . The voice said 'this is an automated call from Rebekha Sharkie' and then followed with 'press one for agree' for a range of questions," Ms Norris said. You can watch Rebekha at the press conference here. ( Facebook: makemayomatter ) "It's quite muffled from what people have said to me, but certainly people can hear my name.". On Wednesday, ABC Radio Adelaide listeners confronted Senator Bernardi over the unsolicited text messages but he defended his use of the technique. The process for the Nick Xenophon Team to become the 'Centre Alliance' is now officially underway, and it's new logo seems a little symbolic. Sign up. Leave this field blank. Phone: 8398 5566. Operates from 9am to 5pm. Email. Rebekha Sharkie (left) and Georgina Downer during last years Mayo by-election. Centre Alliance MP Rebekha Sharkie has claimed victory in the South Australian seat of Mayo - for the second time in 10 months - after a "dirty" campaign. In light of the public conversation in recent weeks, closing this loophole would be a sensible first step. Surname. "The number was withheld. Malcolm Turnbull has told Rebekha Sharkie, the Nick Xenophon Team's sole member in the House of Representatives, that her eligibility may have to be determined by the High Court. Authorised by Rebekha Sharkie MP, Federal Member for Mayo, Victor Harbor Meetings & Drop-in Session on April 12. 276 talking about this. Independents are being asked which party they would support if the 2019 federal election produces a … Please ensure you include the email … "I use a lot of publicly available databases and any information we can gather," Senator Bernardi said. Contact. Ms Sharkie said Mayo voters have received robocalls in the lead-up to next month's federal election that either impersonate her or use audio of her speaking. Passed by a small majority. "All Members of Parliament need to listen, but we can also act," Rebekha said. Regular updates and newsletters from Rebekha Sharkie . Rebekha Sharkie told Parliament of shocking claims of abuse towards NDIS recipients. The climate change legislation has been updated during the COVID-19 pandemic period, following new consultation with business groups, environmental organisations, law experts and other federal MPs. This service may include material from Agence France-Presse (AFP), APTN, Reuters, AAP, CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced. Labor and the Greens have denied issuing the robocalls, and the ABC has contacted the Liberals for a response. Independent MP Zali Steggall has relaunched her Climate Change Bill campaign with the support of fellow female crossbench MPs Rebekha Sharkie and Helen Haines.. Connect with Ms Rebekha Sharkie MP Email Rebekha.Sharkie.MP@aph.gov.au Social media. If you need to talk to someone, my office can be contacted by phone on 8398 5566 during business hours and by email at rebekha.sharkie.mp@aph.gov.au. Federal Member for Mayo Rebekha Sharkie stepped out with Members of Parliament from all sides of politics to support the women's #March4Justice on the lawns outside Australian Parliament today. Josh Frydenberg prepares to deliver a budget delayed and derailed by the Covid-19 pandemic, and Rebekha Sharkie confirms she will pass controversial university package. 478 talking about this. Follow all … InDaily revealed last month that Hills resident Paul Bunney, 63, was arrested on Wednesday April 24, and charged with stalking the Liberal candidate, who previously stood at last year’s by-election.. "I can't quote exactly, but what stands out in my memory is being asked something like 'do you agree with Rebekha's decision to always vote with Labor on bills'. "It just seems to be the most effective and efficient means of communicating with people.". Mayo voter Jane Norris said she received a call claiming to be from Ms Sharkie about 10:30pm, and said she thought it was "dodgy". I call on the Government to debate this Bill.".