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Ross Cadell

Ross Cadell

NAT
Party National Party
Electorate NSW
Offices
  • Shadow Minister for Water
  • Shadow Minister for Fisheries and Forestry
  • Shadow Minister for Emergency Management
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Wikipedia

Ross Cadell (born 4 April 1969) is an Australian politician. He is a member of the National Party and was elected to the Senate on the Coalition's ticket in New South Wales at the 2022 federal election, to a term beginning on 1 July 2022. He was previously the state director of the party in New South Wales.

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Rebellions
Never rebelled
1120
Votes attended
1872
Possible votes
60%
Attendance rate
Voting Record   Full record ↗
Voted for

temporary protection visas increasing access under Freedom of Information law protecting citizens' privacy an Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) increasing investment in the coal industry maintaining or increasing defence spending the territories being able to legalise euthanasia nuclear energy putting welfare payments onto cashless debit cards (or indue cards) on an ongoing basis a character test for Australian visas
Mixed / less clear

unconventional gas mining reducing taxes for high-income earners live animal export decreasing availability of welfare payments increasing indexation of HECS-HELP debts letting all MPs or Senators speak in Parliament (procedural) Australia's timber industry increasing parliamentary scrutiny of laws increasing accessibility of government data and documents increasing political transparency restricting donations to political parties
Voted against

increasing protection of Australia's fresh water increasing investment in renewable energy increasing transparency of big business by making information public protecting whistleblowers ending illegal logging increasing funding for legal aid federal action on public housing strengthening gun control laws closing the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians the Paris Climate Agreement banning new thermal coal mines
Interests & Gifts
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Real Estate
Interests
  • Location: Redhead NSW · Purpose For Which Owned: Residential
  • Location: City ACT · Purpose For Which Owned: Work Accomodation
Share Holdings
Interests
  • Name Of Company: Inside Track Management PTY LTD
Registered Directorships Of Companies
Interests
  • Name Of Company: Inside Track Management PTY LTD · Activities Of Company: Operation and management of my sons motorsport activities.
Liabilities
Interests
  • Nature Of Liability: Mortgage on Residential Property · Creditor: Macquarie Bank
  • Nature Of Liability: Credit Card · Creditor: Commonwealth Bank
Savings Or Investment Accounts
Interests
  • Nature Of Account: Savings · Name Of Bank Institution: Commonwealth Bank
  • Nature Of Account: Transaction Account · Name Of Bank Institution: Commonwealth Bank
  • Nature Of Account: Expenses Account · Name Of Bank Institution: Commonwealth Bank
  • Nature Of Account: Joint Household Account · Name Of Bank Institution: ANZ Bank
Other Assets
Interests
  • Name Of Other Asset: Director Loans to private company
Gifts
Interests
  • Detail Of Gifts: Foxtel Subscription - Foxtel
  • Detail Of Gifts: Chairman's Club Membership - Qantas
  • Detail Of Gifts: Beyond Membership - Virgin Australia
  • Detail Of Gifts: Drinks Fridge - AHA
Alterations
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Mr Jimin Kim, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. of the Embassy of the Republic of Korea has very kindly sent his warmest wishes for the upcoming holiday season, and enclosed a delightful 375ml bottle of Hwayo Soju 41, an exemplar of 700 year old Korean distilling traditions that is crafted from premium rice and deep bedrock water and aged for 3 months in porous ceramic vessels, allowing the spirit to 'breathe' I cant wait to try it but was somewhat intimidated by the description and fear the consequences of what i might do after consumption, therefore i will take home and give it a crack around those I love and can cover for me – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-11-30T23:30:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Harry Crawford from the Canberra The Way To Happiness Chapter has gifted my office a 248 page hardcover book named The Way To Happiness by L. Ron Hubbard ISBN 978-1-431-5157-5. First published in 1981, this book holds the distinction of being the single most translated non-religious book in the world according to the Guiness Book of Records - Cost $57.03 from Anazon.com.au · Created On: 2025-07-28T08:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Dates, the fruit of the date palm, have a long and rich history, deeply intertwined with the development of civilizations in arid regions of the Middle East. With cultivation dating back as far as 6,000 years they were a symbol of fertility and prosperity in ancient civilizations. I was honoured to be gifted a stylish 450 gram box embossed with the crest of the United Arab Emirates containing delicious Middle Eastern dates, by His Excellency Dr Fahad Obaid Mohamed Al Taffag, Ambassador Extraordinary and plenipotentiary of the United Arab Emirates. It took me back to the days of early days of 2003 drinking Pepsi and Lemon, playing backgammon at the tea house just down from Defence Roundabout – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-07-31T08:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Thankyou Michael Miller, Executive Chairman – News Corp Australasia for your thoughtful gift of 382 page paperback book “Careless People: A story of where I used to work” by Sarah Wynn-Williams ISBN ‏ : ‎ 978-1035065936 a darkly funny and genuinely shocking detailed portrait of one of the most powerful companies in the world, Wynn-Williams lays bare the behaviours of Meta in what she says is a quest to maximise growth and revenue at any cost, and the global strategy of Meta and its leadership to avoid regulation and paying its fair share – Cost $18.55 from Amazon · Created On: 2025-07-28T08:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Azerbaijan “Land of Fire” 15-Year-Old Brandy is an exquisite beverage crafted from a carefully selected blend of high-quality wine distillates and aged for at least 15 years in precious French oak barrels acquired in the last century, imparting this drink with its unique depth and richness. I was fortunate enough to be gifted today a 500ml Limited Edition bottle in its luxurious burgundy gift box by Mr Vagif Jafarov, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. of Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-12-01T01:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Josephine Johnstone, CEO of the Copyright Agency has again gifted my office some leisure reading (but not before bedtime) by sending a 320 paperback copy of “Highway 13” ISBN:9781761067013 A gripping, haunting work about the reverberations of a serial killer's crimes in the lives of everyday people, by internationally acclaimed author Fiona McFarlane – Cost $34.99 · Created On: 2025-11-30T22:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: In a very kind and generous gesture, His Excellency Dr Fahad Obaid Mohamed Altaffag, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates has hand delivered a most elegant 1.8kg box of Khalas whole dates, produced in the UAE and packaged in an exquisite gift box made from premium leather that’s proudly adorned with the UAE State Emblem. These were so good last time that My wife Bethan made sure than on her way back to visit family in Wales, she stopped off on Dubai to buy the very same product for Christmas. They are now being consumed by her and the kids and this new gift will be the Christmas dates – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-11-30T23:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Australians each consume on average 266 (or 18.2kg) of eggs per year, good thing the hard working egg farmers of Australia produce 17.2 million egg’s a day to satisfy that demand, that’s a whopping 6.3 billion eggs a year! Each oval ball of goodness contains 13 essential nutrients and vitamins that are vital to human health, so thankyou Melinda and the Egg farmers of Australia for your kind gift of a dozen 350g Sunny Queen Farms Free Range eggs along with the mouse pad, egg shaped squishy stress ball, stubby holder and egg slicer to celebrate 2025 world egg day. · Created On: 2025-11-03T21:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: It was wonderful to catch up with good friend and event host Sam Pearn at the inaugural Parliamentary Alumni event of the Australian Institute of Company Directors at Parliament House, and chat on governance education & leadership after polities with AICD Chair Naomi Edwards, CEO Mark Rigotti and the special guests, I was also gifted by the AICD a giftbag containing a commemorative luggage tag, a 5000mAh power bank and a stylish AICD branded laptop satchel which will come in very handy – cost unknown · Created On: 2026-03-11T22:30:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: End Child Poverty is a collaboration between the Valuing Children Initiative and Centrecare to raise awareness of the 17% or nearly 1,000,000 children who are estimated to live in poverty, When children grow up in poverty research shows they are 11% less likely to be employed in later life, 3.3 times more likely to experience adult poverty, they miss out on necessary meals or a safe place to sleep, and moving house suddenly or often can mean they also lose their best friend, their teddies. To highlight this fact the organisation has delivered to my Parliamentary office a 200mm high chocolate brown soft teddy bear plush toy, wearing a dark blue Polyester T-shirt emblazoned with the End Child Poverty logo along with an information pack about the work being conducted by the program – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-09-03T22:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: The Australian Banana Growers Council, founded in 1961 is the national industry development organisation for the banana industry and at an entertaining meeting their delegation kindly gifted me a caramel coloured custom embroidered Country Trucker Cap bearing their organisations logo on the front – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-09-03T22:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: After noticing the very sad state of the lolly bowl on the reception desk of my Parliamentary suite, Scott McGrath of the Australian Food & Grocery Council kindly gifted my office a gift bag containing 15 pieces of fun size Milky Way’s, 11 bars of Kit Kat Mini’s, 12 pieces of fun size Mars bars, a 210g packet of Aussie made and loved Arnott's Iced Vovo’s and a 200g packet of Mint Slice. My staff, my future guests and I thank you – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-11-30T21:30:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Congratulations to Sarah Cullens and her fantastic team including my wonderful friend Rachel Samsa, on the inception of Women in Government Relations Australia, and thanks too for the kind gift of a WGRA branded Outback Magic by Light & Glo scented candle I received at the official launch today at Parliament House – cost unknown · Created On: 2026-03-11T22:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: At the end of this Parliamentary sitting Ill be enjoying the intense citrus and stone fruit hop flavours of a full-bodied yet refreshing Little Creatures Pale Ale after two 24 bottle cases were gifted to my office courtesy of Melissa Inwood and the very considerate team at Lion, thankyou for your generosity – Cost approx. $144 · Created On: 2026-03-11T23:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference have gifted my office a 74 page paperback by Pope Leo XIV titled Dilexit Te: Apostolic Exhortation to All Christians On Love for the Poor ISBN 9781923033184 At the beginning of his pontificate, Pope Leo XIV chose to make Pope Francis’s unfinished Apostolic Exhortation on the Church's care for the poor his own, adding his reflections to those of his predecessor – Cost $14.95 · Created On: 2025-12-04T05:30:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Since 2020 Woolworths has raised $2.8 million dollars for WIRES to help support the rescue and care of Australian wildlife affected by fire, drought and flood, and this Christmas they are expecting to increase that by $500,000 through the sale of limited edition Wally the Wombat chocolate loaf cakes, where $1 will be donated directly to WIRES for every Wally sold. Jaimie Lovell from the Woolworths group very kindly just gifted to my office our very own delicious 620g Wally the Wombat chocolate loaf cake along with his best wishes for Christmas and the new year. I have no idea if it was as delicious as they say because it had all been consumed by the time I went to have some!! (looking at you Adz) – Value $25 · Created On: 2025-12-01T00:30:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: To celebrate a massive upcoming year for Australian football where the Matildas will compete with Asia's best national teams at the AFC Women's Asian Cup being played in Sydney, Perth, and the Gold Coast, and in June the Socceroos will represent us on the world's biggest sporting stage at the FIFA World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the Parliamentary Friends of Football have gifted me at their event in Parliament House a personalised Australia 2025/26 Stadium Home Men's Nike Dri-FIT Football Replica Shirt in Pro Green over Light Voltage Yellow that’s been emblazoned with my name on the back for me to proudly wear while cheering them on – Cost $125 · Created On: 2025-12-01T00:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Dr Richard Holmes, Executive Director at one of the country’s most influential public policy think tanks, the Australia Institute has gifted my office a pack containing a collection of essays and research papers from the Institute to guide reform in the new term of Parliament. Included in the pack were two commercial publications, “After America, Australia and the new world order” ISBN 9781763662131 a 128 page paperback by Dr Emma Shortis who draws on her long-standing research on America's place in the world, her discussions with some of Australia's most prominent policy-makers and commentators and her experience in America in the final days of the election campaign, to develop a picture of how the world is changing with a second Trump presidency and what choices Australia has in determining its own future – cost $19.99 from Harry Hartog, and secondly “Dead Centre: How political pragmatism is killing us” ISBN 9781763662148 a 128 page paperback by economist Richard Denniss where he explores the contradiction between centrism and evidence that sits at the heart of democratic debate in Australia. He shows that when both major parties oppose reform then the position of the sensible centre becomes indistinguishable from blind support for keeping things as they are – Cost $20.00 from Farrells · Created On: 2025-07-28T08:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: CropLife Australia, representing the innovators, developers, manufacturers, formulators and registrants of crop protection and ag-biotechnology products in Australia have once again kindly gifted my office a very welcome 1kg traditional plum pudding for Christmas made by Grandma’s Puddings– Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-11-30T22:30:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: The Pharmacy Guild encouraged Parliamentarians to Think Pharmacy First with their welcome back to Parliament pack containing health and wellbeing goodies, including a 7 gram compact mirror & lip balm set, 3x white ballpoint pens, a 285ml glass storage container with bamboo lid, a box of tissues, first aid kit, 1l bottle of Ultro Clean Anti-Bacterial Hand Gel, a Pharmacy Guild blue embossed notepad, and a 1kg bag of Glucojel Jellybeans which everyone knows are the jellybean of choice for discerning jellybean connoisseurs, all of which were contained in a Pharmacy Guild branded, environmentally friendly and ethically made hessian bag – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-07-23T08:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: Israeli ambassador to Australia, His Excellency Mr. Amir Maimon was very thoughtful to wish my office Mazal Tov on the beginning of the new Parliamentary term with the kind gift of a coffee mug bearing the image of a bright red poppy, a flower that blooms each year across southern Israel, and is a symbol of resilience, hope and the enduring beauty of nature, even in changing times. Included with the mug was a varied assortment of Wissotzky teas, a proud product of Israel, in delightful flavours such as Pomegranate Nectar, Almond Charm and Mango & Passionfruit, and will be perfect for thoughtful sips between debates - Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-07-23T08:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: The team at Bunnings hand delivered me a Bunnings Trade and TIACS branded TradeMutt XL size hoodie in Bunnings Green with an interesting story, TradeMutt is an Australian social enterprise workwear brand established in 2018 and is designed to start the conversation about mental health and make the invisible impossible to ignore, and TIACS is a free professional text and call counselling service for tradies, truckies, farmers, blue collar workers and the people who care about them. Since 2020 TIACS has helped over 19,000 individuals in blue collar communities. By gifting this hoodie to me and other parliamentarians Bunnings hope to raise awareness and open up honest and genuine conversations on site, at home, among mates and with complete strangers – Cost Unknown · Created On: 2025-07-23T08:00:00Z
Sponsored Travel Or Hospitality
Alterations
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: After a meeting with representatives from Suncorp discussing disaster management, response scenarios and threat modelling I was their guest for an interesting meal at Callao Barangaroo, where we enjoyed reimagined traditional dishes with a Nikkei twist and Japanese precision met Peruvian vibrancy – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-07-28T08:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: I donned Pink in the spirit of the day, for an iconic spectacle of cricket, connection and cause to witness the fierce rivalry between Australia and England at one of the most iconic events on the Ashes calendar, day 3 of the Sydney Pink Ashes test as a guest of Aussie Broadband to support the McGrath Foundation. Cost - Unknown · Created On: 2026-02-10T22:30:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: I acknowledge my very kind hosts at Suncorp for a most bittersweet hospitality experience at the 2026 Melbourne Formula 1, where I was their guest for what was expected to be an exceptional performance by my beloved McLaren F1 team and Australia’s great hope, Oscar Piastri. The ecstasy of being at the track in person was shattered and a collective bawl flowed over Melbourne when on the formation lap my McLaren driver lost control of his MCL40 on the exit of Turn 4, striking the barrier and destroying the front-right corner of his car, and the hopes of all Australia at the same time, as part of the package and a small consolation for not seeing him race, i was also given a 1/5 scale Oscar Piastri 2025 Helmet. – Cost Unknown and Immeasurable · Created On: 2026-03-11T23:30:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: On Saturday the 7th of February I was schedule to meet with Mr. Clive Palmer to discuss some policy and electoral matters on the Gold Coast. As he was having his plane come via Newcastle to pick up someone, I was offered and accepted a ride in the private jet from Newcastle to Brisbane and return. I also received transfers to and from the airport and lunch with a delicious Japanese feast at Paradise Point Japanese Cuisine. It was a great meeting with many areas of agreement and a few where we had differences, but anytime people are talking about how to make the lives of Australians better, it is a good thing. All at no cost to the taxpayer. · Created On: 2026-02-10T23:30:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: As a guest of the Port of Newcastle I was fortunate to see in person the special effects and amazing high energy stunts performed last Saturday night by Nitro Circus at McDonald Jones Stadium. Apart from the always hot but delicious party pies in hospitality I particularly enjoyed seeing the local boys performing along side the worlds best, defying gravity and physics by jumping bikes, rollerblades, wheelchairs & lounges with unbelievable skill – Cost Unknown · Created On: 2025-11-09T21:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: I was blessed be given 2 tickets to see the Wallabies claim victory in their first Test for 2025 after a Harry Wilson try in the 77th minute sealed a 21-18 win over Fiji at McDonald Jones Stadium in early July as a guest of my former employer, the Port of Newcastle in their hospitality suite. After an initial period of shock and dismay at the difference in play between my Lion's supporter wife's favourite football, Rugby Union and my beloved Rugby League. I was somewhat confused by the constant pile on's and having extra people in scrums but was able to adapt and enjoy the first victory out of 16 attempts of attending various football games with the Port – Cost unknown · Created On: 2025-07-23T08:00:00Z
Office Holder Donating
Interests
  • Name Of Organisation: Member Central Executive - National Party of Australia NSW
  • Name Of Organisation: Donor - National Party of Australia NSW
  • Name Of Organisation: Member - Newcastle Club
  • Name Of Organisation: Member - Newcastle Kart Racing Club
  • Name Of Organisation: Member - Newcastle District Hunting Club
  • Name Of Organisation: Donor - National Party of Australia
Other Interest
Alterations
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: In the month of November 2025, I met or spoke with representatives from the following organisations relating to a portfolio of which I am Shadow Minister - Cotton Australia, Geralton Fishermen’s Co-Op, Regional Development Australia Peel Inc, Ausgrid, Australian Forestry Contractor Association, National Pharmaceutical Services Association, Loxleigh Jerseys, Noumi Shepparton, Greater Shepparton City Council, Moira Shire Council, Campaspe Shire Council, Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority (GBCMA), Goulburn Murray Water, Geraldton Fishermen’s Co-Op, Western Rock Lobster Council, Rare Foods Australia, Westpine Industries, Bowen Water Pipeline, R.E.E.F Group, Australian Forestry Products Association, Women In Seafood, Coles. · Created On: 2025-11-30T21:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: In the month of October 2025, I met or spoke with representatives from the following organisations relating to a portfolio of which I am Shadow Minister - National Irrigators Council, IAG, Matrix Commodities, Moly Corp, SXSW, ANFD, NSW Farmers, International Social Games Association, Stream Association Members, TPG, Women in Seafood, Surf Lifesaving, Serco, The Lottery Office, Australian Telecommunications Alliance & Live Performance Australia · Created On: 2025-11-03T21:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: In the month of December 2025, I met or spoke with representatives from IAG Insurance relating to a portfolio of which I am Shadow Minister · Created On: 2026-02-10T23:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: In the month of July 2025, I met or spoke with representatives from the following organisations relating to a portfolio of which I am Shadow Minister - AGL, Hynes Timber, Diamantina Shire Council, Gillnet Fishing Groups in the Seat of Dawson, Whitsunday Regional Council, Australian Dairy Product Federation, Huon Salmon Farm, IAG, Barcoo Shire Council, Good Ancestors, Yorke Peninsula Council, Westpac, National Irrigators Council, Insurance Council Australia, Advance Cairns, JBS Foods, Suncorp, QBE Insurance, Australian Banana Growers of Australia, Allianz & Google. · Created On: 2025-08-12T08:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: In the month of August 2025, I met or spoke with representatives from the following organisations relating to a portfolio of which I am Shadow Minister - Fodder King, Seafood industry Australia, Bourke Shire Council, Thomas Foods, A delegation of Louth Community representatives, Suncorp, Members of the Timber Industry Mid North Coast, Australian Water Association, Austral Fishers, Grain Producers Australia, National Farmers Federation, Delegation of Tropical Lobster Farmers & Tamworth Regional Council · Created On: 2025-09-03T22:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: In the month of September 2025, I met or spoke with representatives from the following organisations relating to a portfolio of which I am Shadow Minister - Corangamite Shire Council, Greater Whitsunday Mayoral Delegation, Inspector General of Water Compliance, Lifeline, Auto & General, Natural Hazards Research Australia, Telstra, AFPA, Rice Industry Australia, Algal Bloom Enquiry, Adams Sawmill, Pentarch Sawmill (Herons Creek), Australian Fishing Trade Association, Griffith Economic Forum , Ausgrid. · Created On: 2025-11-03T21:00:00Z
  • Alteration Type: Addition · Details: In the month of June 2025, I met or spoke with representatives from the following organisations relating to a portfolio of which I am shadow Minister - De Botoli Wines, IAG, Suncorp, NSW Farmers, Namoi Water, Gwydir Valley Irrigators, NSW Irrigators Council, Integra Water Services, Waterfind, Clubs NSW, VRA Rescue NSW. · Created On: 2025-07-23T08:00:00Z
Salary

We estimate Ross Cadell received a parliamentary salary of: $299,090

Based on the Remuneration Tribunal base salary of $239,270 plus any additional allowance for ministerial, shadow or office-holder roles held at time of generation.

Expenditure
  • Latest quarter total: $162,982
  • Travel Allowance: $16,627
  • Parking: $69
  • Private-Plated Vehicle: $9,702
  • COMCAR: $7,141
  • Office Consumables and Services: $1,752
  • Printing and Communications: $13,607
  • Telephonic Services: $15,455
  • Telecommunications - Usage: $269
  • Telecommunications - Residential - Official: $379
  • Parliamentary Duties: $369
  • Fares: $12,251
  • Domestic Travel: $42,497
  • Office Facilities - Not stated: $42,865
Full expenses database
Conversation Articles

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