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The Hon Melissa Parke MP

The Hon Melissa Parke MP was the Parliamentary Secretary for Homelessness and Social Housing from 4 February 2013 and 1 July 2013.

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Acknowledgement of Country

The Australian Government acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, water, culture and community. We pay our respects to the Elders both past and present.