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Biography
Background and political history
Former disability-services manager and Newcastle Councillor, Sharon Claydon entered Parliament in 2013. She is the first woman to hold the seat and now serves as Deputy Speaker. Claydon co-chairs the Parliamentary Friends of LGBTIQ+ Australians and leads inquiries on violent online extremism.
Policy Positions
Key issues and stances
Disability
Co-design
NDIS review implementation & accessible housing standards.
Industry
Hunter renewal
Hydrogen exports and offshore-wind jobs.
Equality
Inclusive
Ban conversion practices nationwide.
Voting History
Recent votes on key legislation
Climate Change Bill 2022
2022-08-04YES
43 % target
Marriage Equality Bill 2017
2017-12-07YES
Legalised same-sex marriage
NACC Bill 2022
2022-11-30YES
Integrity body
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Electorate | Result | Vote % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Newcastle | Won | 72% |
| 2019 | Newcastle | Won | 69.9% |
Contact Information
Get in touch with Sharon Claydon