A selection of Matt’s published opinion writing. You can read the full pieces via Matt’s social media channels.
December 2023 · The Daily Telegraph
Small business should mean more than getting bills
Small businesses — from cafes to tradies, dry cleaners to butchers and grocers — are doing it tough. Matt argues for practical support such as reduced workers’ compensation premiums and regulatory relief.
November 2023 · The Daily Telegraph
Unions have too much power in NSW
In their first six months in office, the new Labor Government officially met union leaders and bosses 353 times. Matt examines what that means for the balance of power in NSW.
September 2023 · The Daily Telegraph
No time to cut spend on building
Building infrastructure must be a priority for all governments. Matt makes the case for continued investment and sets out his budget priorities.
August 2023 · The Daily Telegraph
More than 120 years on, a chance to get things right
Despite Australia’s success on so many fronts, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians have not truly shared in our nation’s bounty. Matt reflects ahead of the 2023 referendum.
July 2023 · The Daily Telegraph
A government about nothing
Matt co-authors a critique of Premier Chris Minns’ first 100 days in office — a government, he argues, that is yet to deliver.
May 2023 · The Daily Telegraph
Let’s not forget the forgotten
For the Liberal Party to remain the party of home ownership, Matt argues it must also be the party of renters — and proposes three policies to help renters into their own homes.
September 2022 · The Daily Telegraph
Better utilising schools
Schools are at the centre of our local communities. Matt proposes opening them up on weekends and holidays to help meet a shortfall in recreational facilities.