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Federal MP for Swan. My name is Zaneta Mascarenhas - like Anita but starting with a "Z". I'm an engineer, a mum of two, and live locally to Swan. I’m of Goan heritage, was born in Kalgoorlie & grew up in Kambalda. Authorised Z Mascarenhas Vic Park.
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Great to be out today supporting Ron Sao for Cannington. A long time local and all round great person!

Happy Friday! Just in case you needed the reminder this weekend - if you’re not being paid 24 hours a day, you shouldn’t be on call 24 hours a day.

Life lately..cost of living, housing, jobs, healthcare.

A celebration of community and the countless women doing amazing things right here in Swan. Nominations are open and limited early bird tickets available now!

Life recently..feeling grateful, feeling motivated!

We’re getting on with it with real cost of living relief. Thats my goal. Figures out today show that Aussie families have saved more than $2700 through child care. #jobs #relief

Aussie families have saved more than $2700 through child care subsidies!

AUSTRALIA DAY 2025. Thank you to everyone who makes our community such a great place to live ❤️ Congratulations to everyone who became an Australian citizen today. A pleasure to share your special day. To those acknowledged for their contribution to our community, thank you for your service.

Wishing all Aussies of Indian heritage celebrating tomorrow a very happy India Republic Day!

Amazing cricket and support for the Pink Test - I’m in! Virtual Pink Seats help ensure no one faces cancer without the care of a McGrath Foundation Cancer Care Nurse. I’ve known how vital this support is. Huge thanks to these amazing nurses for their compassion, dedication, and care. 🙏

That’s a wrap 2024. All set to welcome 2025!

It’s been an incredible year in Swan. I’ve loved every moment. Wishing you all a happy 2025!

Thanks to Labor, you have the right to disconnect these holidays. It’s now law. If you’re not being paid around the clock, you shouldn’t be expected to be available around the clock. These laws were passed by Labor to protect the rights of workers.

From my family to yours, Merry Christmas!

Boorloo Bridge came to life last night. What a spectacular addition to the electorate of Swan, Perth and WA.

Perth’s newest landmark, Boorloo Bridge, opened today!

Across the country, Aussies are starting to see their HECS debt go down. Check your HECS!

Just 7 days until the Boorloo Bridge opens! Here’s your sneak peek. This project will connect Perth CBD to the Victoria Park foreshore. Funded by State and Federal Govts, it’s delivered hundreds of local jobs and will transform the area. 🚶‍♀️🚴‍♂️

Early educators are among the most underpaid workers in Australia, but we’re changing that. From this month, early childcare educators on award rates will see a pay boost of $100 a week, rising to $155 a week by December next year. It’s great news.

As a mum of two young kids, I know how important childcare is. Under Labor, every child will be guaranteed three days a week of subsidised early education. We’re also investing $1 billion to build more childcare centres. Let’s give every child the best start in life.

An amazing turnout today for the Swan Volunteer BBQ including our very special guest Prime Minister Anthony Albanese! Thank you everyone for your support and your hard work.

I’ll be talking to Nadia Mitsopoulos today on ABC Perth Radio this morning about the 61 recommendations to tackle financial abuse.

Financial abuse is a form of domestic violence. Our inquiry uncovered the depth of the issue. It's a landmark report, and the recommendations have been described as gamechangers. To the witnesses who bravely gave evidence, thank you.

You shouldn’t have to pay to use your own money. Paying with a debit card shouldn't cost you more. So we're cracking down on unfair card surcharges and getting you a better deal at the checkout. See what I have to say about it: youtube.com/shorts/cGFLc...

At the beginning of our inquiry, we didn't appreciate the scale of this problem.

BREAKING: We're delivering 1,800 new social and affordable homes for WA, and Redcliffe and Rivervale are on the list. Cannington is next. Thrilled about this outcome for Swan.

It was a busy week, and we’ve made big progress to help get more Aussies into more homes. #housing

One minute, next minute. Passing critical legislation in the nation’s capital, to swimming lessons. Wouldn’t have it any other way. I’m working for Swan today, and building a better Swan for tomorrow.

I’ve just delivered Australia’s third Annual Climate Change Statement, and it’s good news for Australia on both lowering emissions and boosting reliable renewable energy. Here are the numbers you need to know…

It's Ausmusic T-shirt Day! 🤘We're rocking merch from our favourite Aussie artists to celebrate - I'm wearing Olivia Newton-John ❤️ The day helps raise funds for music workers and goes directly to Support Act, helping every person in the music industry doing it tough.

I’ve been working on the national inquiry into financial abuse for a year now. Financial abuse is a big problem - it’s a form of family and domestic violence. The recommendations from this inquiry are important and I’m working hard to ensure we get it right. #financialabuse #16daysofactivism

Swan Young Changemakers are being heard. I caught up with Education Minister Jason Clare MP about what they had to say about education. Here is a snapshot of the Ministers response. Thank you to our young people for sharing their views. I’m making sure they are heard at the highest level.

Parliament House illuminated in orange to highlight the International Day to Eliminate Violence against women.

The decisions we make here have a real impact.

Relevant.

From Jan 1, there will be no debit card surcharges on ATO and Services Australia transactions. Labor is leading the way.

Under Labor, the gender pay gap is lowest on record, narrowing even further since I gave this speech in March.