Hon. Kristy McBain MP
Member for Eden-Monaro
Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories
From her early days in Traralgon in Victoria, to moving to Merimbula on the NSW Far South Coast – Kristy McBain has dedicated herself to being a fierce advocate for regional communities.
As Federal Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, Kristy is focused on collaborating with local leaders across our regions to harness opportunities and to build thriving regional economies.
Kristy studied law at the University of Canberra – the first in her family to attend university, and is also the first woman to represent the seat of Eden-Monaro in NSW, following a by-election in 2020.
Prior to entering Parliament, Kristy worked as a lawyer and served on the Bega Valley Shire both as an elected member and later Mayor. She was a member of the Country Mayors Association Executive Committee and Deputy Chair of the Canberra Region Joint Organisation.
As Mayor, she led her community through the devastating 2019-2020 Black Summer Bushfires, and this tireless commitment and leadership has continued in her role as Member for Eden-Monaro.
From providing more skills and employment opportunities, enhancing access to key services, improving infrastructure and connectivity, and ensuring communities are better prepared for natural disasters – Kristy is a strong voice in Canberra for the issues impacting regional Australia.
Kristy will be providing a welcoming address on Day 2 of the RRR Conference, Thursday 21 March
