How can I get an appointment with Brendan O'Connor?
Requests for an appointment relating to Brendan O'Connor's role as the Minister for Human Services or Minister Assisting for School Education should be sent to the Ministerial Office in Canberra (see contacts page).
If you have a non-Ministerial issue, please contact the electorate office. Priority is always given to those constituents who live in the electorate of Gorton.
Due to the large volume of requests for appointments and other demands on Brendan's time, it is not possible for everyone to be able to see him personally. In many cases when Brendan O'Connor is unavailable, a staff member will be able to meet with you. Please be aware of this when calling.
In all cases you must give your name, address and phone number and provide details as to what you wish to discuss.
I have a problem with Centrelink - Can you help me?
If you live in the electorate of Gorton and you are having a problem with Centrelink you can contact the electorate office for help.
We can advise you of your rights, make representations on your behalf and/or help in the appeal process.
Are you able to assist me in my dealings with the Immigration Department?
If you are having issues with a visa application we are able to advocate on your behalf or advise you on legal avenues for appeal.
We are not able to advise you on what type of visa to apply for, nor on the chances of success.
I have an issue with the state government - What should I do?
You should contact your local state representative.
Keilor:
Natalie Hutchins (03) 9449 1511 Shop 11, Aquagardens Shopping Centre, 28A Hume Dve, Sydenham VIC 3037
Derrimut:
Telmo Languiller (03) 9311 7886, 103 Glengala Rd, Sunshine VIC 3020
Kororoit:
Marlene Kairouz (03) 8361 7133 Shop T54, Brimbank Shopping Centre, (PO Box 2007), Deer Park VIC 3023
I wish to complain about rates, garbage collection, parking fines, planning - Can you help?
You should contact your local council.
Brimbank City Council
PO Box 70, Alexandra Avenue, Sunshine, Victoria 3020
Tel: (03) 9249 4000 Fax: (03) 9249 4351
www.brimbank.vic.gov.auMelton Shire Council
PO Box 21, 232 High Street, Melton, Victoria 3337
Tel: (03) 9747 7200 Fax: (03) 9743 9970
www.melton.vic.gov.au/
I've heard that the boundaries of Gorton have now changed, what are the new electoral boundaries of Gorton?
The new boundaries only come into effect for the next federal election, although the Australian Electoral Commission has already adopted the new boundaries for the purposes of administration.
The new boundaries can be seen
here.
The current boundaries can be seen on this
map
Brendan O'Connor is no longer the Minister for Home Affairs and Justice. Who is the new Minister?
I do not know which electorate I live in and who my local member is - How can I find out?
You can search the Australian Electoral Commision (AEC) website for your electorate
here.
Note that the AEC search will display the new boundaries that come into effect at the next federal election. If you have difficulties in determining what seat you live in, call our office on 8361-6588 and we'll try and help.
I do not live in Gorton, can you still help me?
You should contact your local member who represents the electorate you live in.
Which political party does Brendan belong to?
Brendan O’Connor is a member of the Australian Labor Party.
I want to know what Brendan thinks about certain issues - How do I find out?
You can write to or email Brendan. You can also view ALP policy on the ALP website.