Andrew Leigh MP

One of Labor's significant achievements has been making multinationals pay their fair share.

Meanwhile, the Liberals consider electing as leader a bloke who set up a company in the Cayman Islands. https://www.andrewleigh.com/a_rookery_of_rorts_and_a_farrago_of_falsehoods

Ever clicked ‘buy’ only to watch the price climb at the final screen? Hidden fees and subscription traps drain household budgets and reward trickery over competition. We’re cracking down. My latest op-ed: https://www.andrewleigh.com/opinion_piece_stop_the_checkout_trickery_12_february_2026 #auspol

When a journo can’t talk footy because of a contract clause, something’s offside. Non-compete clauses sideline workers, choke mobility, stifle innovation and sap productivity. Our reforms aim to get more Australians back on the field. #auspol #ausecon

Closing the Gap matters because it shapes the future for families and communities. In 2026 we’re building on what works to deliver better outcomes for First Nations Australians.

If cancelling a subscription is harder than signing up, the system isn’t working. Our reforms will make exit as easy as entry and give regulators stronger tools against unfair trading practices. ABC Radio interview: https://www.andrewleigh.com/transcript_abc_radio_perth_10_february_2026 #auspol

The Treasurer just introduced laws to boost superannuation for low-income earners, and reduce tax breaks for the 0.5% of people with more than $3m in super. To oppose them, you’d need to think low-paid workers deserve less - and multimillionaires more. #auspol

Hidden fees and subscription traps are getting national attention because they hit household budgets every week. That’s why we’ve released draft laws to ban these unfair practices ahttps://amp.9news.com.au/article/b699a973-4d99-419a-b65c-8b53bd4cce2f #auspol

Meet the author - Andrew Leigh Andrew Leigh will be in conversation with Anna -Maria Arabia on his new book The Shortest History of Innovation.

RSVP now for the free Canberra launch of "The Shortest History of Innovation" (Thu 26 Feb). Discover how ideas turn into real-world change: https://www.anu.edu.au/events/meet-the-author-andrew-leigh-0

RSVP now for the free Sydney launch of The Shortest History of Innovation (Thu 19 Feb). Exploring how innovation really works and why it matters: https://whatson.sydney.edu.au/event/73a5d238-b741-4844-b705-59035f95cde0/%E2%80%9CThe%20Shortest%20History%20of%20Innovation%E2%80%9D%20Book%20launch

New ideas don’t appear by accident. They spread, evolve, and shape our lives. In "The Shortest History of Innovation", I unpack how it happens.

RSVP:

📍 Melbourne — Tue 17 Feb https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/andrew-leigh-the-shortest-history-of-innovation-official-book-launch-tickets-1978524102852

From democracy to crocodiles, sport to science, the Capital Region Showcase highlights some of Canberra's many tourist attractions.

Ever tried to cancel a subscription and felt like you were being tested?

Ten clicks. Hidden menus. Phone calls just to stop paying.

In 2026, we’re banning unfair subscription traps.

The February "Leigh Report" is on making markets work, Australians of the Year, The Shortest History of Innovation & more.

Find the links to subscribe in my bio.

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After nearly a decade of neglect, housing supply is turning around. Building approvals are at a four-year high, construction costs are down sharply, and 55,000 social and affordable homes are on the way. https://www.andrewleigh.com/transcript_abc_radio_canberra_2_february_2026 #auspol

When multinationals use excessive debt to shrink their tax bills, local firms pay the price. We’ve commissioned an independent review of Australia’s thin capitalisation reforms to ensure multinationals pay their fair share. Link in my bio.

Stepping Stone Cafe, run by Australia’s 2025 Local Heroes, Hannah Costello and Vanessa Brettell, is partnering to create a community garden, providing employment for CALD women. Wonderful to join this morning’s working bee. 🪏 🪴 🐝

Back to school is hectic enough. So it helps when governments get the basics right as we roll out the biggest investment in public schools ever: phonics and numeracy checks, extra support for students, stronger maths curriculum & faster action on bullying. Link in my bio.

Australia’s charities do extraordinary work. I spoke with Community Directors about how government and the community sector can work together in 2026: https://www.communitydirectors.com.au/articles/minister-flags-more-philanthropic-funding-and-new-legislation-to-help-sector-in-2026 #auspol

When consumers can’t see the full price upfront, they can’t compare options properly.

And when comparison breaks down, competition doesn’t work.

That’s why drip pricing undermines fairness — for consumers and for honest businesses.

Fair competition matters from paddock to plate. We’ve announced an independent review of the Horticulture Code of Conduct to ensure it keeps pace with a changing sector and supports growers, traders and consumers. Have your say and find the links in my bio.

Drip pricing is when a product looks cheap at first, but extra mandatory fees are added step by step during checkout.

By the time you see the real price, many people feel locked in and go through with it.

That’s how the practice works. #InequalityBites #drippricing #costofliving

Spent time with Australians of the Year & was struck by a shared thread: talent paired with determination to give back. From space to STEM, homelessness to Indigenous jobs, they remind us what a life of contribution looks like https://www.andrewleigh.com/transcript_2cc_radio_canberra_27_january_2026

Innovation is everywhere. In our phones, our jobs, our daily lives. Yet its story often goes untold. My new book, The Shortest History of Innovation, looks at how ideas take shape, spread, and sometimes fail. I’d love to see you at a free launch event. Link to register in my bio.

Shoppers deserve clear prices and real competition. We’re consulting on stronger supermarket transparency, cracking down on shrinkflation, and making price gouging illegal. More sunlight, fairer deals at the checkout. 🛒 Link in my bio #auspol

Congratulations to astronaut and STEM champion Katherine Bennell-Pegg, our 2026 Australian of the Year.

A day to reflect, respect, and recognise the many people and journeys that shape this country.
Happy Australia Day 🇦🇺💛

We’re banning drip pricing. The price you see should be the price you pay. Transparency isn’t optional. It’s the rule. #DripPricing #auspol