Sourced positions
A verified position is the member's own stated view or vote, supported by the listed sources. This page records public statements and conduct only — see methodology.
Immigration verified
On her 'Where I Stand' page Sharkie states that 'Our immigration intake should be matched to our capacity to appropriately accommodate new migrants and balanced with social and economic benefits,' arguing immigration policy should be considered holistically alongside capacity in healthcare, housing and transport, with regular reviews of intake numbers.
Faith & religion verified
Rebekha Sharkie has publicly self-identified as a Christian, stating "As a Christian, I support protections against discrimination on the grounds of religion" in 2022; no denomination is specified.
Economic nationalism verified
Under her "Primary Production" policy, Sharkie states that as SA's food bowl, Mayo requires "preservation of Australia's farmland and support for local grown produce and local manufacture."
Citizenship (s44 eligibility) verified
Sharkie was born in England and held British citizenship by birth; she had not completed renunciation before nominating for the 2016 election, so following the High Court's Gallagher ruling she resigned in May 2018 and recontested. She was re-elected at the Mayo by-election on 28 July 2018 after her British citizenship was renounced, resolving her section 44(i) eligibility.
Record last updated 2026-08-13.