MEET THE CANDIDATES Letitia Del Fabbro, Fadden, Labor

Candidate: Letitia Del Fabbro Electorate: Fadden

Party: Labor

What suburb do you live in? Parkwood, a community that I know and love, where I am raising my three kids who attend the local schools and enjoy the Gold Coast lifestyle.

Why are you running?

I believe politicians should be in touch with their community and demonstrate integrity. I am up for this challenge and I believe that I am the best person to do this job.

What political experience do you have?

I have experience working effectively with all levels of government through my career, including in health and social care, higher education, transnational business partnerships and community development. I have appeared in parliament as an expert on health and aged-care legislation and policy.

Outside politics, what life and work experience do you have?

I have been a registered nurse for 28 years. I returned to the Gold Coast in 2007 to take up the role of director of international programs at Griffith University School of Nursing. I continue to work at Griffith and have also worked with Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service. I have extensive leadership experience in health, education, international relations and complex project management.

What, in your opinion, is the No.1 issue facing voters in your electorate?

I am hearing from voters that they are concerned about the rising costs of living, including the rising costs of medications, the rising costs of seeing a GP, the cost of childcare and the rising costs of rent. Scott Morrison fails to plan, blames others and goes missing in action. Only Labor has a plan to tackle these issues and to build a better future for our community.

If elected, what will be your priority when you enter the new parliament?

My priority is to deliver for the people of the central and northern Gold Coast, to be a trustworthy politician and to demonstrate integrity in my work for my community and for the federal parliament.