Biography
Background and political history
Wiradjuri woman Linda Burney made history in 2016 as the first Aboriginal woman elected to the House. A former NSW Deputy Premier, she now leads delivery of Closing-the-Gap and the Government's Makarrata truth-telling agenda.
Policy Positions
Key issues and stances
First Nations
Self-determination
Voice, truth-telling & treaty, Closing-the-Gap acceleration.
Health
Equity-focused
Birthing-on-Country and Indigenous mental-health funding.
Women
Violence prevention
10-yr National Plan to End Family Violence.
Environment
Climate action
Supports transition for culturally-significant lands.
Education
Early years focus
Funding for Indigenous language programs in schools.
Voting History
Recent votes on key legislation
Indigenous Voice Referendum Bill 2023
Enabled referendum machinery
Climate Change Bill 2022
43 % emissions target
Electric Car Discount Bill 2022
FBT exemption for EVs
NACC Bill 2022
Integrity commission
Aged Care Amendment (Royal Commission Response) 2022
Implements aged-care reforms
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Electorate | Result | Vote % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Barton | Won | 65.5% |
| 2019 | Barton | Won | 67.4% |
| 2016 | Barton | Won | 61.7% |
Contact Information
Get in touch with Linda Burney
Phone
(02) 9587 1555Website
Visit official websiteOffice Address
Level 2, 24 Montgomery St, Kogarah NSW 2217