As your local Bass MP, I’m here to work for your family and fight for our community.
I take this advocacy to the Liberal party room, the media and Parliament. By working together, we often get things sorted. If I can assist you or represent your family’s concerns please reach out, I’ll do my best for you.
Latest news:
Budget 2026 | Michael addresses the budget debate
In Parliament, I spoke in support of the 2026 Tasmanian Budget and the Government’s approach to fiscal sustainability, infrastructure investment and protecting essential services across Tasmania. I spoke about the pressures facing Tasmanian families and small…
“You Chased the Car and Caught It” – Labor’s budget hypocrisy
In Parliament, I spoke in support of the Treasurer and the Government during the debate on Tasmania’s Budget and fiscal sustainability. I argued that you cannot demand budget repair while opposing the measures needed to achieve it. I also highlighted the importance of…
Australian Musical Theatre Festival
Today in the Tasmanian Parliament, I spoke about the outstanding success of the Australian Musical Theatre Festival in Launceston and the extraordinary community effort behind it. From a packed Albert Hall concert to workshops, youth productions, cabaret performances…
Honouring Neale Daniher AO and the FightMND legacy
Tonight in the Tasmanian Parliament, I paid tribute to the life of the late Neale Daniher AO. A great Australian sporting figure, founder of FightMND, and the 2025 Australian of the Year. Neale Daniher inspired millions through his courage, humour, humility and…
Michael Ferguson MP speaks on the Tasmanian Budget
Budget backs Northern Tasmania with major health, road and school investments Treasurer Eric Abetz has delivered a responsible first full Budget at an important time for Tasmania. There is broad recognition that this is a period where governments must focus on careful…
2026-2027 Budget for Northern Tasmania
The Tasmanian Government is delivering a strong economy and caring community. The 2026-27 Budget makes the savings needed whilst continuing to deliver the essential services and build the infrastructure Northern Tasmania must have now, and for the future. Premier…
Protecting Victims and Communities
Today in the Tasmanian Parliament, I spoke in support of reforms relating to historical sexual offences, protections for vulnerable victims, and high risk offender laws aimed at improving community safety. The Justice and Related Legislation (Miscellaneous Amendments)…
Scottsdale Defence Research Centre sale
Tonight in Parliament I spoke about the Federal Labor Government’s decision to sell the Scottsdale Defence facility in North East Tasmania. The Scottsdale site has supported Defence food science, nutrition research and cadet development for decades. It has also…
Tribute to Lex Van Dongen
Friends, Lex lived his life in a way that gave life to others. To Sue, his children and grandchildren, we extend our sincere love and condolences. To many others, Lex was a loyal friend, a fellow Christian, a respected businessman and a servant of the community. Lex…