EARTHCHAT: a conversation with Georgie Purcell, Animal Justice Party’s state MP

Listen at noon, Tuesday 13th October on SeymourFM

This week on EarthChat, Tim Budge chats with Georgie Purcell, the Animal Justice Party’s MP in the Legislative Council. The EarthChat focuses on Georgie’s work in Parliament, her representation of this big electorate and the important policies of the Animal Justice Party and why they matter for all people in this region..

This is the second conversation in our series talking to sitting MPs about their policies and how they are seeking to represent our region.

Georgie Purcell is the Animal Justice Party Member for Northern Victoria in the Victorian Legislative Council, having been elected in 2022. A passionate advocate for animal welfare, she has spent more than a decade campaigning on issues including ending puppy farming, banning jumps racing and protecting native wildlife. Before entering Parliament, Georgie worked in union and communications roles and served as Chief of Staff to Victoria’s first Animal Justice Party MP.

Holding a double degree in Law and Communications/Politics and admitted as an Australian lawyer, she is committed to advancing animal protection, environmental sustainability and stronger representation for young people in public life.

Read more about her here.

All on this week's EarthChat. Tune in at 12noon on Tuesday, 13th October.

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