Patrick Gorman
Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister
Biography
Background and political history
Former Labor State Secretary Patrick Gorman won the 2018 by-election for Perth and is now the Prime Minister's right-hand in federal-state relations, public service reform and the Yes-campaign post-referendum reset.
Policy Positions
Key issues and stances
Cities
Liveable-cities agenda
Cycleways & river-wall restoration in Perth.
Defence Industry
AUKUS jobs
West Coast sustainment hub for submarines.
Cost of Living
Targeted relief
Energy-bill rebates & rent assistance indexation.
Indigenous Affairs
Closing the Gap
Perth metro justice reinvestment pilot.
Public Service
APS capability
Skills-based recruitment & data analytics uplift.
Voting History
Recent votes on key legislation
Climate Change Bill 2022
43 % emissions target
NACC Bill 2022
Integrity commission
Housing Australia Future Fund Bill 2023
10 bn $ housing fund
Defence Amendment (AUKUS) Bill 2023
N-submarine enabling framework
Nature Repair Market Bill 2024
Biodiversity certificates
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Electorate | Result | Vote % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Perth | Won | 65.7% |
| 2019 | Perth | Won | 60.7% |
| 2018 | Perth (by-election) | Won | 63.1% |
Contact Information
Get in touch with Patrick Gorman
Phone
(08) 9388 0288Website
Visit official websiteOffice Address
Shop 2, 9-11 Forrest St, Subiaco WA 6008