David Farley
Pauline Hanson's One Nation Party Member for Farrer
Currently sitting
Photo: The Australia Institute, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Seat and party history (1)
- Pauline Hanson's One Nation Party - Farrer (House) - 9 May 2026 to present
- Seat and party records: OpenAustralia member data.
Contact
Electorate office: (02) 6021 3264
517 Kiewa Street, Albury NSW 2640
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Compared with other members
David Farley compared with all 150 sitting House members.
Questions asked in Question Time
Lower than 63% of House members- This member
- 7
- Average
- 11.2
- Median
- 12
Debates spoken in
Lower than 96% of House members- This member
- 6
- Average
- 35.9
- Median
- 30.5
Votes cast
Lower than 98% of House members- This member
- 84
- Average
- 253.0
- Median
- 265
Share of divisions voted in
Lower than 88% of House members- This member
- 59%
- Average
- 79%
- Median
- 81%
Read these with care
- The median is the middle member: half did more, half did less. It is less affected by a few very active members than the average.
- Ministers answer questions rather than ask them, and the presiding officers rarely vote, so their patterns differ.
- Government backbenchers are often given arranged "Dorothy Dixer" questions, which raises their question counts.
- Votes only record ayes and noes, so a missed vote cannot be told apart from a pair (an agreed absence).
- Counts cover only what is on this site, and do not measure electorate or committee work. New members have less history.
Question Time
Question from David Farley
The member asked if the Treasurer accepted that debt has an unsustainable limit and what debt-to-GDP ratio would trigger concern.
Background: The member questioned whether there was a point at which Commonwealth debt becomes unsustainable.
Answer from Jim Chalmers
The Treasurer stated that Australia's debt position was much stronger than its peers, with gross debt to GDP less than half that of the US, UK, and Canada. He noted that almost two-thirds of the current debt was inherited from the previous government. He emphasized that Australia was not approaching unsustainable levels, unlike some other countries, and that responsible management was ongoing.
Question from David Farley
The member asked if the omission of socioeconomic impacts from the Basin Plan review was done on the Minister's instruction or with the government's approval.
Background: The CEO of the Murray-Darling Basin Authority admitted that socioeconomic impacts were omitted from the 2026 plan review.
Answer from Julie Collins
The minister noted that agricultural output in the basin had grown to $30 billion in 2021, up from $18.6 billion in 2011-12. On the query about the omission, she said she would consult the Minister for the Environment and Water to provide an answer.
Question from David Farley
The member asked if the government intended to crash house prices and drive up rents, or if it had failed to understand the impact of its budget policies.
Background: The member claimed the May budget assumptions were wrong regarding rents, house prices, and startups.
Answer from Jim Chalmers
The Treasurer argued that One Nation, the Liberals, and the Nationals did not support first home buyers or wage increases. He stated that budget assumptions cover multi-year periods, not just initial months. He cautioned against using recent rent figures selectively and noted that house price fluctuations had occurred multiple times in the previous decade. The Treasurer attributed market softening to various factors present before the budget was released.
Question from David Farley
The member asked why the government would not exempt the estimated 30,000 veterans who may exceed the $5,000 allied health cap.
Background: A $5,000 cap on allied health services for veterans was introduced.
Answer from Matt Keogh
The minister explained that the cap replaces the previous system requiring veterans to return to GPs after 12 referrals, benefiting nine in 10 veterans. He stated that for the remaining one in 10, the government is engaging to ensure appropriate care while maintaining system integrity. He also highlighted significant increases in fees paid to allied health professionals to ensure continued service provision.
Question from David Farley
The member asked the government to request an urgent assessment of whether 2026 environmental water objectives had been met and, if so, to return surplus water to the temporary market for farmers to plant crops.
Background: The member for Farrer asked the Minister representing the Minister for the Environment to assess if environmental water objectives had been met and to return surplus water to the market for farmers.
Answer from Tony Burke
The minister stated that the Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder provided annual reports on objectives and that a review of the Murray-Darling Basin Plan was underway. He explained that the government opposed withholding excess water to maintain basin health, as a living river system was essential for jobs and towns. He noted that water holdings for the Commonwealth were similar to those of irrigators, with allocations going down during droughts. He argued that returning to the pre-reform system would lead to blackwater events and unusable water, harming both the ecosystem and irrigators.
Question from David Farley
The member asked if Australia's irrigated water capacity is sufficient to secure food supply during the next prolonged drought and if water allocations have been negotiated for food production.
Background: The member for Farrer questioned the Minister for Emergency Management on water capacity and allocations during droughts.
Answer from Kristy McBain; Tony Burke
The Minister for Emergency Management stated that drought events fall outside her portfolio and handed the question to the Minister for Water. The Minister for Home Affairs, answering on water matters, explained that water security varies by region, affecting crop choices. He noted that the Murray-Darling Basin Plan addresses water allocations during droughts, with high-security areas supporting permanent plantings and low-security areas suited for opportunity crops like rice.
Question from David Farley
The member asked if the Department of Defence had provided input into water reviews and food security strategies, and if the minister considered water security a core defence capability.
Background: The member for Farrer asked about the link between water security and national defence.
Answer from Richard Marles
The Minister stated that the Defence Strategic Review emphasized the connection between the civil economy and national security. He noted that water and food security were fundamental to national resilience and defence. He explained that the government was working across departments to integrate these elements into national defence strategy, viewing defence as a whole-of-government effort.
Other Parliamentary Activity
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Carbon Credits and Other Legislation Amendment (Integrity and Transparency) Bill 2026; Second Reading
House of Representatives · Thursday 17 September 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
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Artificial Intelligence
House of Representatives · Thursday 17 September 2026 · Matter of Public Importance
Contributed to this debate · Position: mixed
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Murray-Darling Basin
House of Representatives · Monday 14 September 2026 · General Debate
Opened this debate
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Criminal Code Amendment (National Sport Integrity Offences) Bill 2026; Second Reading
House of Representatives · Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Aged Care Legislation Amendment (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Aged Care Commissioner and Other Measures) Bill 2026; Second Reading
House of Representatives · Wednesday 9 September 2026 · Second Reading
Contributed to this debate · Position: support
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Renewable Energy
House of Representatives · Monday 17 August 2026 · General Debate
Contributed to this debate · Position: oppose
- Votes recorded
- 84
- Aye votes (31.0%)
- 26
- No votes (69.0%)
- 58
Showing the latest 50 votes.
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Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment (Veterans' Healthcare With...
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 85, Noes 40 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Rearrangement
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 42, Noes 87 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Suspension of Standing and Sessional Orders
17 Sep 2026 · Ayes 42, Noes 89 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Suspension of Standing and Sessional Orders
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 85, Noes 44 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Private Health Insurance Amendment (Modernising the Private Health Insurance ...
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 88, Noes 48 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Private Health Insurance Amendment (Modernising the Private Health Insurance ...
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 87, Noes 48 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Private Health Insurance Amendment (Modernising the Private Health Insurance ...
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 86, Noes 47 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Private Health Insurance Amendment (Modernising the Private Health Insurance ...
16 Sep 2026 · Ayes 46, Noes 86 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Rearrangement
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 49, Noes 87 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Consideration of Legislation
15 Sep 2026 · Ayes 69, Noes 10 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Consideration of Legislation
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 43, Noes 87 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Regulatory Reform Omnibus Bill 2026; Consideration of Senate Message
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 95, Noes 43 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Regulatory Reform Omnibus Bill 2026; Consideration of Senate Message
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 95, Noes 42 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Albanese Government; Attempted Censure
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 46, Noes 86 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Statute Update Bill 2026; Consideration of Senate Message
14 Sep 2026 · Ayes 84, Noes 48 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Online Safety Amendment (Strengthening Enforcement for the Social Media Minim...
10 Sep 2026 · Ayes 95, Noes 37 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Online Safety Amendment (Strengthening Enforcement for the Social Media Minim...
10 Sep 2026 · Ayes 96, Noes 36 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Carbon Credits (Carbon Farming Initiative-Improved Forest Management in Multi...
10 Sep 2026 · Ayes 38, Noes 92 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Telecommunications Legislation Amendment (Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation...
9 Sep 2026 · Ayes 52, Noes 86 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Gun Control
9 Sep 2026 · Ayes 88, Noes 47 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Veterans
7 Sep 2026 · Ayes 88, Noes 49 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Economy
20 Aug 2026 · Ayes 41, Noes 85 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Universities Accord (Opening the Doors of Opportunity) Bill 2026; Considerati...
20 Aug 2026 · Ayes 90, Noes 36 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Australia's Foreign Relations (State and Territory Arrangements) Amendment Bi...
19 Aug 2026 · Ayes 38, Noes 80 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Minister for Veterans' Affairs
19 Aug 2026 · Ayes 83, Noes 44 · Passed
VOTED NO -
News Journalism Payments Bill 2026; Second Reading
19 Aug 2026 · Ayes 40, Noes 83 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Interactive Gambling Amendment (Gambling Reform) Bill 2026; Consideration in ...
18 Aug 2026 · Ayes 33, Noes 95 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion
18 Aug 2026 · Ayes 87, Noes 48 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Minister for Veterans' Affairs and Defence Personnel; Attempted Censure
17 Aug 2026 · Ayes 86, Noes 43 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Cash Distribution Framework Bill 2026; Reference to Federation Chamber
12 Aug 2026 · Ayes 40, Noes 83 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
International Relations: Australia and Japan
12 Aug 2026 · Ayes 88, Noes 41 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Aged Care Amendment (Restoring Human Override for Aged Care Needs Assessments...
11 Aug 2026 · Ayes 42, Noes 87 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Suspension of Standing and Sessional Orders
11 Aug 2026 · Ayes 74, Noes 12 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Rearrangement
11 Aug 2026 · Ayes 86, Noes 47 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Health Insurance Amendment (Incentive Payments and Other Measures) Bill 2026;...
2 Jul 2026 · Ayes 39, Noes 92 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Joint Committee; Appointment
2 Jul 2026 · Ayes 38, Noes 101 · Failed
VOTED AYE -
National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 90, Noes 33 · Passed
VOTED NO -
National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 100, Noes 9 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 101, Noes 7 · Passed
VOTED AYE -
Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill 20...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 90, Noes 43 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Health Legislation Amendment (Prescribing of Pharmaceutical Benefits) Bill 20...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 90, Noes 43 · Passed
VOTED NO -
National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 10, Noes 49 · Failed
VOTED NO -
National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 9, Noes 61 · Failed
VOTED NO -
National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 10, Noes 66 · Failed
VOTED NO -
National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 11, Noes 66 · Failed
VOTED NO -
National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 10, Noes 70 · Failed
VOTED NO -
National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 11, Noes 70 · Failed
VOTED NO -
National Anti-Corruption Commission Joint Committee; Consideration of Senate ...
1 Jul 2026 · Ayes 93, Noes 45 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Treasury Laws Amendment (Financial Reporting System Reform) Bill 2026; Consid...
30 Jun 2026 · Ayes 98, Noes 40 · Passed
VOTED NO -
Treasury Laws Amendment (Financial Reporting System Reform) Bill 2026; Consid...
30 Jun 2026 · Ayes 91, Noes 48 · Passed
VOTED NO
About this page
This page tracks David Farley's parliamentary activity: questions asked and answered in Question Time, debates spoken in, and votes in divisions. Summaries are in reported speech, not transcripts; each one links to the official record.