Amanda Rishworth
Amanda Rishworth was born and educated in Adelaide, attending state schools before studying at Flinders University. She later graduated with a Masters Degree in Psychology from the University of Adelaide.
Before becoming a Member of Parliament, Amanda was a practising Psychologist and worked with General Practitioners in the delivery of mental health care to the community. Amanda also worked as a training co-ordinator, educating retail employees about industrial rights and occupational health and safety.
Amanda has a long-standing involvement in the community which has included many years as a volunteer swimming instructor and surf lifesaver.
During her studies Amanda worked as a sales assistant and developed a strong interest in workplace fairness. She later worked as an advocate for retail workers in the southern suburbs, protecting people’s rights in their workplaces.
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Naysayer Abbott’s plan is no alternative
The Labor Government’s carbon pricing plans have come under fire again, with polls showing most Australians think they’ll be losing…... Read more
“Made in Australia” should mean made in Australia
Walking down the aisle of the average supermarket, the local shopper is bombarded with labels claiming a whole range of…... Read more
Opposing river reform puts us on a slow boat to nowhere
The release of the Murray-Darling Basin Authority’s guide to the Basin Plan has ignited discussion about how we manage this…... Read more
Ridiculing school buildings? You need to get out more
The Liberals continue to peddle misinformation about the Building the Education Revolution building program. To hear them talk, schools are…... Read more
Why should children be exposed to videos like this?
We all know that sex sells. Some of the earliest tobacco advertising featured stylised drawings of starlets inserted in cigarette…... Read more
The health risks from climate change are mounting
While there is a lot of heat surrounding the climate change debate, one issue that has received less public attention…... Read more
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Some sensible thoughts to stop us losing to boozing
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If you are anything like me, the ever-growing vitamin and mineral section of the pharmacy or supermarket…
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Michael S says:
"A teacher at Geelong Grammar had criticised her for using words that were too long, which had left her confused and had made her doubt her ability to write essays. She became ''quite distressed'' when her English marks began to fall." I can sympathise. My scholastic mentors conveyed to me a causal relationship… [read more]From: Welfare for breeders is a bonus for everyone
Change Up! says:
I have no problem paying my taxes. As a single, childless person on a very decent income, I can afford it and not have my life severely altered. Plus I understand that my taxes paying for things like schools, childcare and infrastructure is ultimately a good thing. A better community is better for me… [read more]Gentle jabs to the ribs
They must pay for one’s bitter disappointments
A private school girl’s family is sueing her elite, extremely expensive private school for not… Read more
