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    Joe Szakacs

    Minister for Police, Emergency Services and Correctional Services

    Learn more about Joe Szakacs of the Labor, and their work for the Cheltenham electorate.

    LaborCheltenham, SAIncumbent

    Biography

    Background and political history

    Joe Szakacs is the member for Cheltenham and Minister for Police, Emergency Services and Correctional Services. A former police officer with extensive experience in law enforcement, he focuses on community safety, crime prevention, and emergency services reform.

    Policy Positions

    Key issues and stances

    Community Safety

    Prevention Focus

    Crime prevention through community engagement and early intervention


    Emergency Services

    Modernization

    Upgrading emergency services capabilities and response times


    Justice

    Rehabilitation

    Focus on rehabilitation and reducing recidivism in corrections

    Voting History

    Recent votes on key legislation

    Police Powers Amendment Bill 2023

    2023-06-14YES

    Enhanced police powers for serious crime investigation

    Emergency Services Reform Bill 2022

    2022-11-23YES

    Modernizing emergency services coordination

    Election History

    Past election results

    YearElectorateResultVote %
    2022CheltenhamWon62.4%
    2018CheltenhamWon59.7%

    Contact Information

    Get in touch with Joe Szakacs

    Office Address

    Shop 5, 152 Holbrooks Road, Underdale SA 5032