The best part of being the Member for Bean is interacting with the people I represent. You can see some of the highlights from some recent events since the last election (3 May 2025) below. I will also highlight important upcoming events. For more details on what I am up to visit my Facebook and Instagram.

If you have an event you would like me to attend, please contact my office.

Thanks,

David.

Recent Events

July 2025

Opening of the Tuggeranong Medicare Mental Health Centre

On 28 July, I was joined by the Hon Emma McBride, the Assistant Minister for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention, to officially open the
new Medicare Mental Health Centre in Tuggeranong.

People living in Canberra’s southern suburbs can now access free, walk-in mental health support at the centre.

More information.

Last Post Ceremony

Only 21 July, before the commencement of Parliament we gathered for the Last Post Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial to reflect on the sacrifices that have been made by generations of Australians to ensure the freedoms we have today. Lest we forget.

Commemorating the 287 people who lost their lives on MH17

On 19 July we came together to remember the 287 people, including 38 Australians, who were killed 11 years ago when Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 was shot down over eastern Ukraine by a Russian missile.

Our thoughts remain with those who lost their lives as a result of Russia’s actions, their families and loved ones. While we cannot take away the grief of those left behind, we will continue to stand with them in that grief and pursue justice for this horrific act.

June 2025

Kitchen Garden at Namadgi School

I visited Namadji School in Kambah recently and was shown the gardens, composting, cooking and science classes with Principal Gareth Richard.

2025 Vinnies CEO Sleepout

On Thursday 19 June, I will participated in my eleventh Vinnies CEO Sleepout at the Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD) at Old Parliament House.

Homelessness can affect anyone - women, men, and children. It has devastating consequences for individuals and families. St Vincent de Paul empowers people to get off the streets and into stable accommodation. Vinnies provides counselling, education, health and employment services to help people to lift themselves out of the cycle of poverty.

Thank you for your support - it is truly appreciated.

The the inaugural National Police Legacy Day

This month I had the privilege to speak at the launch of the first National Police Legacy Day. On 17 June every year Police Legacy Day will honour the work of the nation’s eight police legacy organisations and the invaluable support they provide to police and their families in some of the most difficult and tragic circumstances. 

Burrangiri Aged Care Respite

I visited the Burrangiri Aged Care Respite Centre run by the Salvation Army to thank the team for the amazing work they do for our community.

May 2025

Launch of the Red Shield Appeal

On 29 May, I joined the Governor General, Her Excellency Sam Mostyn AC and my colleagues to help launch the 2025 Red Shield Appeal. The Salvos have been helping Australians in need in our region and across the country, providing shelter, safety and support.

AusIndia Fair 2025

I was honoured to be invited by the Federation of Indian Associations in ACT (FINACT) to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of India and its connection with Australia.