Ms Chesters has been the Federal Member for Bendigo since 2013 and whilst being a bit older and more experienced, she says she still has the same energy and drive to be the strong voice the Bendigo electorate needs.

Since coming into Government in 2022, the Federal Labor Government has invested nearly $300 million in the Bendigo electorate.

In that time, the Federal Labor Government has delivered record investments into Medicare, doubled funding to fix our roads, increased the minimum wage and delivered pay increases to important but undervalued sectors.

Labor has also delivered targeted cost of living relief by providing energy bill rebates to every household, tax cuts to every taxpayer and cheaper medicines for all.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese can call an election to be held at any time between this date and 25 September 2025.


QUOTES ATTRIBUTABLE TO FEDERAL MEMBER FOR BENDIGO, LISA CHESTERS MP:

"I'm a local mum who loves our region and I am so proud to be a strong voice for the people of the Bendigo Electorate in the Federal Parliament. It is such an honour.

"I am working to ensure the Bendigo electorate has secure jobs people can count on, thriving local businesses and an inclusive, connected community.

"The diversity of the Bendigo electorate is its greatest strength. Federal Government policies, programs and laws impact in different ways across the electorate.

"I have the experience required to get the job done for the people of Bendigo.

"I am also proud to be part of the Federal Labor Government. We are delivering a stronger, fairer future for all Australians and a future made in Australia including right here in the Bendigo electorate.”