Tom French (Australian politician)
Tom French | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Australian Parliament for Moore | |
| Assumed office 3 May 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Ian Goodenough |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 21 June 1983[1] |
| Political party | Labor |
| Website | www |
Thomas Alan French (born 21 June 1983) is an Australian politician. He is member of the Australian Parliament for the Division of Moore representing the Labor Party after winning the seat in the 2025 Australian federal election.[2]
Political career
French was previously a Labor candidate, unsuccessfully contesting Pearce in the 2016 Australian federal election and Moore in the 2022 Australian federal election. He was 4th candidate in Western Australia at the 2019 Australian Senate election.[3]
French is an electrician and lawyer and has worked in hospitality and business management.[4] He is the first Labor MP for the seat since 1990, and second ever.[5]
Personal life
French is the father of two sons."Tom French Moore". WA Labor. Retrieved 6 May 2025. He underwent a kidney transplant, receiving the organ from his brother, and has spoken publicly about the experience with gratitude.
In his inaugural speech to parliament, French reflected on his working-class upbringing, describing himself as “the son of a painter who was the son of a painter,” and highlighted the influence of his family and personal experiences on his political outlook.Galloway, Anthony (23 July 2025). "Labor MP Tom French gives first speech: 'I never wanted to be a politician'". The Nightly. Retrieved 16 August 2025. He also drew on cultural influences, quoting lyrics from the rock band Everclear, a line from the musical Hamilton, and the poem “First They Came” by Martin Niemöller, emphasising the role of storytelling and the arts in shaping community and politics.Galloway, Anthony (23 July 2025). "Labor MP Tom French gives first speech: 'I never wanted to be a politician'". The Nightly. Retrieved 16 August 2025.
References
- ^ "French dispatched to unseat Goodenough". PerthNow. 2 March 2022. Retrieved 4 May 2025.
- ^ Hastie, Hamish; Burton, Jesinta; Naglazas, Mark (3 May 2025). "Labor defends in WA – but did anyone notice?". WAtoday. Retrieved 6 May 2025.
- ^ "First preferences by Senate group". AEC Tally Room. Australian Electoral Commission. Retrieved 18 June 2019.
- ^ "Moore (Key Seat) Federal Election 2025 Results". www.abc.net.au. 2 May 2025. Retrieved 4 May 2025.
- ^ "Labor MP Tom French gets a 'second crack at Moore' after win". Sky News. 4 May 2025.