Biography
Background and political history
Kyam Maher is South Australia's Attorney-General and the first Aboriginal person to hold this position in any Australian state. A lawyer by profession, he has been a member of the Legislative Council since 2012, focusing on justice reform and Aboriginal affairs.
Policy Positions
Key issues and stances
Justice
Reform & Equality
Justice system reform with focus on rehabilitation and equality
Aboriginal Affairs
Self-Determination
Supporting Aboriginal self-determination and treaty processes
Legal Reform
Progressive
Modernizing laws to reflect contemporary community values
Voting History
Recent votes on key legislation
Truth and Reconciliation Commission Bill 2023
Establishing truth-telling process for Aboriginal affairs
Criminal Justice Reform Bill 2022
Reforms to reduce Aboriginal incarceration rates
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Electorate | Result | Vote % |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Legislative Council | Re-elected | 36.5% |
| 2018 | Legislative Council | Re-elected | 32.8% |
Contact Information
Get in touch with Kyam Maher
Phone
(08) 8207 1663Website
Visit official websiteOffice Address
Level 4, 45 Pirie Street, Adelaide SA 5000