So why are so many of them overseas on holiday rather then doing their jobs?

“ politicians are primarily expected to focus on their local electorates and conduct deep legislative research. Recess does not mean time off; they must assist constituents, run mobile offices, participate in parliamentary committee inquiries, and prepare for upcoming debates.While legislative voting and the famous Question Time only happen when Parliament is in "sitting weeks" in Canberra, an MP's core duties require constant, year-round attention.Their duties during recess are typically split into three key areas:Constituency Work: Politicians spend significant time in their local offices. They assist everyday Australians with issues involving federal or state government services (such as the NDIS, visas, pensions, or taxation), host community "coffee mornings" or town halls, and attend local events.Committee Inquiries: Recesses give backbenchers and senators vital time to serve on parliamentary committees. These committees travel across the country to investigate specific issues, hear from experts and community members, and formulate actionable recommendations for the Parliament.Policy and Caucus Work: For Ministers and Shadow Ministers, recess offers the uninterrupted time needed to work directly with government departments, negotiate with industry stakeholders, and develop new policies. All politicians use this time to attend party meetings and formulate their legislative strategies.If you need to get in touch with your local Member of Parliament (MP) or Senator, your first step should be to find their direct contact details. You can look up your local representative by entering your postcode into the Australian Parliament House Members and Senators Portal. From there, you can locate their electorate office, which is exactly where they will be working during the recess.”

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Where are your federal politicians and why aren’t they in your community doing their jobs during recess?

https://www.smh.com.au/cbd/from-london-to-rome-jet-setting-bridget-mckenzie-takes-in-st-peter-s-basilica-20260715-p60fgr.html


Old Bridget working hard for her farming community in Rome.🙈