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Hook
Politicians, bureaucrats, and their associates — the decision-makers whose public footprint runs through this data.
Key Numbers
- Register of Interests disclosures [parliamentary]
- Project and contract connections [BP4]
- Public statements logged [Hansard + media]
- Ego-network graph per subject [derived]
Context
"Subject" is deliberately neutral. It doesn't mean suspect. It means "a person whose public-record footprint intersects with Victorian infrastructure decision-making or delivery". MPs, ministers, senior public servants, board members, named associates — anyone whose public role puts them in the flow of decisions.
Each subject has a profile: their bio, their declared interests from the parliamentary register, their public statements on record, their connections to projects we track, and an ego-network graph of their public relationships. The right of reply applies — any subject can request factual corrections, and we make them.
Takeaway
Decisions about billions in public money are made by people. This is who those people are, based on what they have disclosed.
Share Stat
Every decision-maker in Victorian infrastructure, with their disclosed interests, statements, and public connections.
Aaron Violi
Rating: C (50/100)Liberal Party · Casey · Federal · Parliament ↗ · Findings ↗ · Network Map ↗
Opposition Chief Whip, Shadow Minister for the Digital Economy, Shadow Minister for Science/Technology/Innovation, Shadow Minister for Cyber Security
Salary Package
$261,750
total remuneration
Promises Made
9
Delivery Rate
25%
3 delivered ·
3 broken
Accountability Items
39
Financial Disclosures
52
Conflicts of Interest
19
0 critical ·
0 high
"Safe & Effective"
0
times used in official statements
"I Can't Recall"
0
documented evasions at inquiries
Vaccination Urging
0
official directives to vaccinate
Lockdown Justifications
0
"based on medical advice / the science"
Modelling References
0
cited modelling sources
Promise Delivery Rate
0%
0 of 9 delivered
Portfolios
Digital Economy
Science, Technology and Innovation
Cyber Security
Opposition Chief Whip
Accountability Rating
Items by Type
Wealth & Pension Reality
Years served
3.9
Modelled ceiling
$360,173
Declared net worth
not disclosed
Plausibility gap
—
Not disclosed
Pension scheme
not disclosed
Figures are transparent calculations against public data — not accusations, not findings. See
full dashboard ·
pension analysis ·
methodology.
Promise Report Card
| Status | Promise / Commitment | Date | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Promise Made |
Urgent care clinic for Yarra Ranges
Called for an urgent care clinic in the Yarra Ranges in April 2024, citing the bulk-billing crisis (only 15% of GP clinics in Casey bulk billing, residents paying highest average …
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01 Apr 2024 | Broken / Negative | Ranges Trader Star Mail ↗ |
| Promise Made |
Proton Beam Therapy facility for Australia
Supporting the establishment of a Proton Beam Therapy facility for cancer treatment. A worthwhile health initiative but no funding commitment or legislative action has been attributed to Violi specifically.
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01 Jun 2023 | Unverified | aaronvioli.com.au ↗ |
| Promise Made |
Maroondah Highway/Killara Road — claimed $20M funding saved
Led community campaign claiming to have 'saved' $20 million in federal funding for the Maroondah Highway and Killara Road intersection upgrade at Coldstream. Hosted community meeting October 2023 with Bridget …
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01 Jun 2023 | Unverified | aaronvioli.com.au, Lilydale Star Mail ↗ |
| Promise Made |
Casey Community Awards and volunteer grants
Runs the Casey Community Awards and distributes volunteer grants. This is standard constituent engagement that most MPs do — it uses existing government grant programs, not new funding Violi secured.
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01 Jan 2023 | Partially Delivered / Mixed | aaronvioli.com.au ↗ |
| Promise Made |
Energy security and fuel supply
Advocates for energy security and addressing fuel supply shortages. Australia has ~30-39 days of fuel reserves vs the OECD standard of 90 days. Despite this being a federal issue where …
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01 Jan 2023 | Broken / Negative | aaronvioli.com.au ↗ |
| Promise Made |
Canterbury Road $44.5M upgrades advocacy
Advocated for $44.5 million in Canterbury Road upgrades. Wrote to Infrastructure Minister about concerns regarding pulling funding for the Montrose section. Addressed heavy traffic and 'nightly ritual of slow-moving traffic …
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01 Jan 2023 | Unverified | Mount Evelyn Star Mail ↗ |
| Promise Made |
Maroondah Highway and Killara Road intersection upgrade
Repeatedly pushed for upgrades to the dangerous Maroondah Highway and Killara Road intersection. This is a genuine safety concern but as an opposition backbencher (now chief whip), the ability to …
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01 Jul 2022 | Unverified | aaronvioli.com.au ↗ |
| Promise Made |
Cost of living relief for Casey families
Core campaign message: fighting for lower costs for Casey families. Despite being in opposition, Violi's party has not produced a detailed costed alternative budget showing how they would reduce cost …
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21 May 2022 | Partially Delivered / Mixed | Campaign commitment ↗ |
| Promise Made |
$14.8M Roads for Agribusiness program — Casey
Co-announced with Infrastructure Minister Paul Fletcher on 6 May 2022 — $14.8 million in federal funding for sealing 150km of roads as part of $150 million federal initiative to support …
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06 May 2022 | Partially Delivered / Mixed | aaronvioli.com.au, Minister Fletcher media release ↗ |
Key Votes
| Vote / Position | Date | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
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Perfect party-line voting record — zero crossbench votes
Since entering Parliament in May 2022, Aaron Violi has never voted against the Liberal Party majority on any division. This perfect party-line record over 3+ years raises questions about independence …
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28 May 2025 | Partially Delivered / Mixed | TheyVoteForYou.org.au ↗ |
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Voted NO on Indigenous Voice to Parliament referendum
Voted NO on the Voice to Parliament referendum in October 2023. Rationale: community survey showed 'insufficient detail and consultation.' Cited concern from an Indigenous leader in Casey who 'wasn't consulted.' …
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14 Oct 2023 | Unverified | TheyVoteForYou.org.au, Lilydale Star Mail ↗ |
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Voted consistently against LGBTQ+ legal protections
Voted consistently against increasing legal protections for LGBTQ+ people. Specifically voted against removing exemptions that allow religious institutions (including schools) to discriminate against LGBTQ+ individuals. Consistent with Liberal Party voting …
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01 Jan 2023 | Unverified | TheyVoteForYou.org.au ↗ |
COVID-era Positions
| Position / Action | Date | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
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Position on COVID lockdowns and social media ban
Violi entered parliament in May 2022, after the worst of the lockdowns. Has been generally supportive of the Coalition's criticism of lockdowns in retrospect but was not in parliament during …
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21 May 2022 | Partially Delivered / Mixed | APH Hansard ↗ |
Public Statements
Misleading fuel excise email — 'Big news for your next fill-up'
Email sent 29 March 2026 from aaron@aaronvioli.com.au via Mailchimp claiming credit for fuel excise cuts and directing constituents to a 'Fuel Savings Calculator' on his website. The email frames a temporary 3-month excise cut (26.3c/L halved from 52.6c/L) as a major win, while ignoring that: (a) the cut is temporary and reverts, (b) GST still applies on top of excise (tax on tax), (c) Australia imports ~90% of fuel with only ~30 days reserves, (d) the underlying fuel supply crisis remains unaddressed. Classic political credit-claiming for a short-term bandaid.
29 Mar 2026
Violi: Data centre demand calls for nuclear option - InnovationAus.com
Violi: Data centre demand calls for nuclear option InnovationAus.com
[Sun, 08 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT] Violi: Data centre demand calls for nuclear option - InnovationAus.com
Violi: Data centre demand calls for nuclear option InnovationAus.com
08 Mar 2026
Sky News Australia. . Labor MP Jerome Laxale says the Coalition is scrambling for policies to stop the ISIS brides “in search of a headline”. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Labor MP Jerome Laxale says the Coalition is scrambling for policies to stop the ISIS brides “in search of a headline”. facebook.com
[Sun, 22 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT] Sky News Australia. . Labor MP Jerome Laxale says the Coalition is scrambling for policies to stop the ISIS brides “in search of a headline”. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Labor MP Jerome Laxale says the Coalition is scrambling for policies to stop the ISIS brides “in search of a headline”. facebook.com
22 Feb 2026
Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed to shadow ministry - Mountain Views Star Mail
Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed to shadow ministry Mountain Views Star Mail
[Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Communications - Lilydale Star Mail
Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Communications Lilydale Star Mail
[Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT] Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed to shadow ministry - Mountain Views Star Mail
Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed to shadow ministry Mountain Views Star Mail
[Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Communications - Lilydale Star Mail
Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Communications Lilydale Star Mail
20 Feb 2026
Australia's Opposition Leader Sussan Ley faces spill motion - RNZ
Australia's Opposition Leader Sussan Ley faces spill motion RNZ
[Thu, 12 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT] Australia's Opposition Leader Sussan Ley faces spill motion - RNZ
Australia's Opposition Leader Sussan Ley faces spill motion RNZ
12 Feb 2026
Government spending ‘playing a role’ in higher interest rates - Sky News Australia
Government spending ‘playing a role’ in higher interest rates Sky News Australia
[Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT] Government spending ‘playing a role’ in higher interest rates - Sky News Australia
Government spending ‘playing a role’ in higher interest rates Sky News Australia
08 Feb 2026
Sky News Australia. . Chief Opposition Whip Aaron Violi says the RBA Governor was “completely contradicting” Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ handling of inflation. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Chief Opposition Whip Aaron Violi says the RBA Governor was “completely contradicting” Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ handling of inflation. facebook.com
[Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Sky News Australia. . Opposition Chief Whip Aaron Violi discusses the ongoing debate about Artificial Intelligence for Australia. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Opposition Chief Whip Aaron Violi discusses the ongoing debate about Artificial Intelligence for Australia. facebook.com
[Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Sky News Australia. . Opposition Chief Whip Aaron Violi says Australia must “get the balance right” on AI implementation. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Opposition Chief Whip Aaron Violi says Australia must “get the balance right” on AI implementation. facebook.com
[Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT] Sky News Australia. . Chief Opposition Whip Aaron Violi says the RBA Governor was “completely contradicting” Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ handling of inflation. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Chief Opposition Whip Aaron Violi says the RBA Governor was “completely contradicting” Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ handling of inflation. facebook.com
[Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Sky News Australia. . Opposition Chief Whip Aaron Violi discusses the ongoing debate about Artificial Intelligence for Australia. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Opposition Chief Whip Aaron Violi discusses the ongoing debate about Artificial Intelligence for Australia. facebook.com
[Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Sky News Australia. . Opposition Chief Whip Aaron Violi says Australia must “get the balance right” on AI implementation. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Opposition Chief Whip Aaron Violi says Australia must “get the balance right” on AI implementation. facebook.com
08 Feb 2026
Banks reap billions from zero-interest ‘lazy’ accounts - National Seniors Australia
Banks reap billions from zero-interest ‘lazy’ accounts National Seniors Australia
[Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT] Banks reap billions from zero-interest ‘lazy’ accounts - National Seniors Australia
Banks reap billions from zero-interest ‘lazy’ accounts National Seniors Australia
06 Feb 2026
Aaron Violi calls for men to help end domestic violence - The Nightly
Aaron Violi calls for men to help end domestic violence The Nightly
[Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:27:20 GMT] Aaron Violi calls for men to help end domestic violence - The Nightly
Aaron Violi calls for men to help end domestic violence The Nightly
24 Nov 2025
Sky News Australia. . Labor MP Jerome Laxale claims Optus has let Australians down in a “pretty outrageous way” following the triple-zero outages. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Labor MP Jerome Laxale claims Optus has let Australians down in a “pretty outrageous way” following the triple-zero outages. facebook.com
[Sun, 05 Oct 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Sky News Australia. . Labor MP Jerome Laxale claims Optus has let Australians down in a “pretty outrageous way” following the triple-zero outages. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Labor MP Jerome Laxale claims Optus has let Australians down in a “pretty outrageous way” following the triple-zero outages. facebook.com
05 Oct 2025
We need a clear roadmap on AI, not infighting - InnovationAus.com
We need a clear roadmap on AI, not infighting InnovationAus.com
[Wed, 13 Aug 2025 07:00:00 GMT] We need a clear roadmap on AI, not infighting - InnovationAus.com
We need a clear roadmap on AI, not infighting InnovationAus.com
13 Aug 2025
Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed as Chief Opposition Whip - Ranges Trader Star Mail
Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed as Chief Opposition Whip Ranges Trader Star Mail
[Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed as Chief Opposition Whip - Ranges Trader Star Mail
Casey MP Aaron Violi appointed as Chief Opposition Whip Ranges Trader Star Mail
05 Jun 2025
Steph Hunt (Melbourne) and Aaron Violi (Casey) are the only two Liberals to achieve a primary vote swing of +4% - Roy Morgan
Steph Hunt (Melbourne) and Aaron Violi (Casey) are the only two Liberals to achieve a primary vote swing of +4% Roy Morgan
[Tue, 27 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Steph Hunt (Melbourne) and Aaron Violi (Casey) are the only two Liberals to achieve a primary vote swing of +4% - Roy Morgan
Steph Hunt (Melbourne) and Aaron Violi (Casey) are the only two Liberals to achieve a primary vote swing of +4% Roy Morgan
27 May 2025
Daniel Wild On Credlin Sky News Australia – 14 May 2025 - The Institute Of Public Affairs - IPA
Daniel Wild On Credlin Sky News Australia – 14 May 2025 The Institute Of Public Affairs - IPA
[Wed, 14 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Daniel Wild On Credlin Sky News Australia – 14 May 2025 - The Institute Of Public Affairs - IPA
Daniel Wild On Credlin Sky News Australia – 14 May 2025 The Institute Of Public Affairs - IPA
14 May 2025
Sky News Australia. . Liberal MP Aaron Violi claims it has been a “bittersweet” time for the Liberal Party following their shocking loss at the federal election. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Liberal MP Aaron Violi claims it has been a “bittersweet” time for the Liberal Party following their shocking loss at the federal election. facebook.com
[Mon, 05 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT] Sky News Australia. . Liberal MP Aaron Violi claims it has been a “bittersweet” time for the Liberal Party following their shocking loss at the federal election. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Liberal MP Aaron Violi claims it has been a “bittersweet” time for the Liberal Party following their shocking loss at the federal election. facebook.com
05 May 2025
Casey Federal Election 2025 Results - Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Casey Federal Election 2025 Results Australian Broadcasting Corporation
03 May 2025
Casey electorate set to become a “fierce battleground” in upcoming federal election - The Eastern Melburnian
Casey electorate set to become a “fierce battleground” in upcoming federal election The Eastern Melburnian
[Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT] Casey electorate set to become a “fierce battleground” in upcoming federal election - The Eastern Melburnian
Casey electorate set to become a “fierce battleground” in upcoming federal election The Eastern Melburnian
11 Feb 2025
Sky News Australia. . Liberal MP Aaron Violi says Peter Dutton is a leader who is prepared to make the “tough decisions” to get Australia back on track. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Liberal MP Aaron Violi says Peter Dutton is a leader who is prepared to make the “tough decisions” to get Australia back on track. facebook.com
[Sun, 26 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT] Sky News Australia. . Liberal MP Aaron Violi says Peter Dutton is a leader who is prepared to make the “tough decisions” to get Australia back on track. - facebook.com
Sky News Australia. . Liberal MP Aaron Violi says Peter Dutton is a leader who is prepared to make the “tough decisions” to get Australia back on track. facebook.com
26 Jan 2025
Bulk-billing crisis — only 15% of GP clinics in Casey bulk billing
Raised the healthcare crisis in Casey: only 15% of GP clinics bulk billing in 2024-25, with residents incurring the highest average out-of-pocket cost of $41.81. Genuine concern backed by data, but no Private Member's Bill, no committee inquiry initiated, and no legislative action taken despite the severity of the issue.
01 Apr 2024
Domestic violence prevention advocacy — Parliamentary Friends co-founder
Co-founded Parliamentary Friends of Healthy Masculinities with David Pocock (Independent) and Dan Repacholi (Labor). Called for Australian men to 'stand up' to end domestic violence. Emphasises early intervention and vulnerability in masculinity discussions. Cross-party initiative that represents genuine substantive work.
01 Jun 2023
Key Actions
Connection: Aaron Violi & Pat Conroy — Federal election key seats results: How each of the key electorates voted - 9News
News article documenting connection between Aaron Violi and Pat Conroy.
Shadow Minister for Digital Economy — delivery assessment
As Shadow Minister for the Digital Economy, Science, Technology and Innovation, and Cyber Security, Violi holds three shadow portfolios. Concrete policy proposals or shadow ministry outputs in these areas have been limited. These are critical portfolios given AI, cyber threats, and digital infrastructure needs — the question is whether the titles translate to substantive policy work.
28 May 2025
Parliamentary Technological Assessment Office proposal
Proposed creation of a Parliamentary Technological Assessment Office to provide independent technology policy analysis to MPs. This is one of Violi's more substantive policy proposals — a genuine attempt to improve parliamentary capacity on technology issues. Shows initiative beyond standard constituent advocacy.
01 Jan 2024
Montrose Quarry expansion opposition
Supported community concerns regarding proposed Montrose Quarry expansion. Welcomed government decision requiring Environmental Effects Statement. Community advocacy role — outcome partly positive but driven by broader community opposition rather than Violi's individual action.
01 Jun 2023
Casey Mobile Blackspot Program inclusion
Advocated for Casey's inclusion in the regional/rural Mobile Network Hardening Program and extension of the Mobile Blackspot Program. Position: 'working phone line can be the difference between life and death' in emergencies. Standard federal program — inclusion is routine for regional electorates.
01 Jan 2023
Parliamentary committee memberships
Member of Standing Committee for Agriculture, Standing Committee for Economics, Standing Committee for Employment/Workplace Relations/Skills/Training, and Joint Corporations and Financial Services Committee. Committee work is often where real parliamentary scrutiny happens — attendance records, questions asked, and reports produced need analysis.
01 Aug 2022
Financial Interests & Disclosures
| Type | Description | Amount | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Income Sources | Federal MP base salary + shadow minister + chief whip allowances | $261,750 | 2025-26 | Remuneration Tribunal ↗ |
| Real Property | Residential property (declared on register) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #1 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #2 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #3 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #4 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #5 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #1 (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #2 (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #3 (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #4 (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #5 (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #1 (children) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Shares / Investments | Savings/investment account #2 (children) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Other asset #1 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Other asset #2 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Other asset #1 (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Other asset #2 (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Income Sources | Other income source (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #1 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #2 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #3 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #4 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #5 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #6 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #7 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #8 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #9 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #10 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #11 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #12 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #13 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | Sponsored travel/hospitality item #14 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Gifts / Hospitality | Gift received #1 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Gifts / Hospitality | Gift received #2 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Gifts / Hospitality | Gift received #3 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Gifts / Hospitality | Gift received #4 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Gifts / Hospitality | Gift received #5 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Gifts / Hospitality | Gift received #6 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Liability (self — mortgage or loan) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Liability (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Gifts / Hospitality | Gift received #7 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Gifts / Hospitality | Gift received #8 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Gifts / Hospitality | Gift received #9 | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Organisation membership #1 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Organisation membership #2 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Organisation membership #3 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Organisation membership #4 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Organisation membership #5 (self) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Other Interest | Organisation membership #1 (spouse — Rachel Violi) | — | 2023-24 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Sponsored Travel | US State Department International Visitor Leadership Program — Washington DC and New York, 15-21 January 2023. Flights, accommodation, incidentals, and Hamilton musical tickets on Broadway. Travelled with Helen Haines, Luke Gosling, Angie Bell, Claire Chandler, Raff Ciccone, David Pocock, Alison Byrnes, Keith Wolahan. | — | 2022-23 | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
| Donation Received | AEC Transparency Register — Liberal Party donations | — | — | AEC Transparency Register ↗ |
Relationships & Connections
| Person | Relationship | Period | Roles / Positions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Paterson | Advisor | 2020 – 2021 | Shadow Minister for Home Affairs and Cyber Security, Senator for Victoria | APH records, media reporting ↗ |
| Yorick Piper | Business Connection | ? |
Board Member
@ Victorian Fisheries Authority
Current
Official
@ CFMEU Victoria
Ministerial Advisor
@ Victorian Government
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Auto-detected shared organisation |
| John Setka | Business Connection | ? | Auto-detected shared organisation | |
| Luba Grigorovitch | Business Connection | ? |
Secretary for Outdoor Recreation in the Allan Labor Government
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Current
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Auto-detected shared organisation |
| Joel Fitzgibbon | Business Connection | ? | Former Member for Hunter (retired 2022) | Auto-detected shared organisation |
| Bill Gates | Business Connection | ? | Auto-detected shared organisation | |
| Brett Sutton | Business Connection | ? | Auto-detected shared organisation | |
| Jenny Mikakos | Business Connection | ? | Former Minister for Health | Auto-detected shared organisation |
| Jeroen Weimar | Business Connection | ? | Auto-detected shared organisation | |
| Bridget Vallence | Faction / Ally | 2022 – present | Shadow Minister for Finance, Shadow Minister for Jobs & Skills, Shadow Minister for Trade & Investment, Manager of Opposition Business in the Legislative Assembly | Lilydale Star Mail, local media ↗ |
| Luke Donnellan | Other | ? | Former Minister (resigned from cabinet) | Auto-detected from accumulated intelligence |
| Scott Morrison | Other | ? | Former Prime Minister of Australia (2018–2022) | Auto-detected from accumulated intelligence |
| Tim Pallas | Other | ? | Treasurer of Victoria | Auto-detected from accumulated intelligence |
| Pat Conroy | Other | ? | Minister for Defence Industry, Member for Shortland | Google News (1 articles mentioning both) |
| Gina Rinehart | Other | ? |
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director of Hancock Prospecting and HMHT Investments until 31 October 201
@ Hancock Prospecting and HMHT Investments until 31 October 201
Chair of Hancock Prospecting
@ Hancock Prospecting
Chairman of Hancock Prospecting Pty Limited (HPPL) and the HPPL Group of
@ Hancock Prospecting Pty Limited (HPPL) and the HPPL Group of
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Google News (1 articles mentioning both) |
| Noel Pearson | Other | ? |
Founder and Director
@ Cape York Institute
Current
director of the Cape York Institute for Policy and Leadership Auto-extracted
@ the Cape York Institute for Policy and Leadership Auto-extracted
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Google News (1 articles mentioning both) |
| Alexander Downer | Other | ? | Australia's longest-serving Foreign Minister (1996–2007); former UK High Commissioner; Hakluyt & Co partner | Auto-detected from Alexander Downer's data |
| Anthony Carbines | Other | ? | Minister for Police, Minister for Crime Prevention, Minister for Racing | Auto-detected from Anthony Carbines's data |
| David Hurley | Other | ? | Former Governor-General of Australia (2019–2024) | Auto-detected from David Hurley's data |
| Julia Gillard | Other | ? | 27th Prime Minister of Australia (2010–2013); Chair, Wellcome Trust; former Chair, Global Partnership for Education | Auto-detected from Julia Gillard's data |
| Julie Inman Grant | Other | ? | eSafety Commissioner (2017–present) | Auto-detected from Julie Inman Grant's data |
| Kevin Rudd | Other | ? | Australian Ambassador to the United States (2023–present); 26th Prime Minister of Australia (2007–2010, 2013) | Auto-detected from Kevin Rudd's data |
| Martin Foley | Other | ? | Former Victorian Minister for Health (2020-2022); Minister for Mental Health, Ambulance Services, Equality, Creative Industries | Auto-detected from Martin Foley's data |
| Paul Keating | Other | ? | 24th Prime Minister of Australia (1991–1996); Treasurer (1983–1991) | Auto-detected from Paul Keating's data |
| Mark Butler | Other | ? |
Minister for Disability and the National Disability Insurance Scheme
@
Current
Minister for Health and Ageing
@ Minister for Disability and the National Disability Insurance
Current
Minister for Health and Aged Care
@
Current
Minister for the Environment
@
Secretary for Health
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Google News (6 articles mentioning both) |
| David Pocock | Other | 2023 – present | Independent Senator for the ACT | The Nightly, APH records ↗ |
| Dan Repacholi | Other | 2023 – present | Member for Hunter | The Nightly, APH records ↗ |
| Aaron Violi | Other | ? |
Assistant Minister for Communications in the Ley shadow ministry
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| Peter Dutton | Other | ? | Leader of the Opposition | Google News (Sun, 26 Jan 2025 08:00:00 GMT) |
| Andrew Hastie | Other | ? | Shadow Minister for Defence, Member for Canning | Auto-detected from Andrew Hastie's profile data |
| Claire Chandler | Other | ? | Senator for Tasmania | Auto-detected from Claire Chandler's profile data |
| Anthony Albanese | Other | ? | Prime Minister of Australia (31st) | Auto-detected from accumulated intelligence |
| Daniel Andrews | Other | ? | Former Premier of Victoria (2014–2023) | Auto-detected from accumulated intelligence |
| Jacinta Allan | Other | ? | Premier of Victoria, Minister for Commonwealth-State Relations | Auto-detected from accumulated intelligence |
| Rachel Violi | Spouse | ? | APH Register of Members' Interests ↗ |
Conflicts of Interest
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| Low | Grant |
Standard federal grants deployed in marginal seat (1.5% margin)
Violi won Casey with a 1.5% margin in 2022, making it a marginal seat. He has distributed community awards, volunteer grants ($1,000-$5,000 to 25 organisations), and Stronger Communities grants — all standard federal programs available to every MP. While these …
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aaronvioli.com.au, GrantConnect, AEC results ↗ | |
| Low | Revolving Door |
Political adviser to Senator Paterson → elected to adjacent federal seat
Violi worked as political adviser to Liberal Senator James Paterson (Victoria) before winning preselection and election for Casey in 2022. This adviser-to-MP career pipeline is standard in Australian politics but represents a party machine pathway rather than independent community representation. …
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| Alleged | Revolving Door |
Ben Davis's role at GHD links to contractor GHD
Associate Ben Davis held the role 'Connection to GHD' at GHD, which matches contractor GHD. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Ben Davis
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| Alleged | Contract |
John Holland Group / CCCC linked to contractor John Holland
Associate John Holland Group / CCCC has a name match with contractor John Holland. This associate is connected to Aaron Violi. Requires verification.
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John Holland Group / CCCC
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| Alleged | Revolving Door |
Linda Hurley's role at GHD links to contractor GHD
Associate Linda Hurley held the role 'Connection to GHD' at GHD, which matches contractor GHD. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Linda Hurley
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Auto-detected career-contractor overlap |
| Alleged | Grant |
Zed Seselja's org Treasury and Finance is a grant recipient
Associate Zed Seselja has career ties to Treasury and Finance, which matches grant recipient 'Government of South Australia Department of Treasury and Finance'. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Zed Seselja
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| Alleged | Grant |
Yorick Piper's org Victorian Government is a grant recipient
Associate Yorick Piper has career ties to Victorian Government, which matches grant recipient 'Victorian Government Department of Families, Fairness and Housing'. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Yorick Piper
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| Alleged | Grant |
Tim Ayres's org Australian Government is a grant recipient
Associate Tim Ayres has career ties to Australian Government, which matches grant recipient 'Australian Government Actuary Commonwealth of Australia'. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Tim Ayres
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| Alleged | Revolving Door |
John Holland Group / CCCC's role at CPB Contractors links to contractor CPB Contractors
Associate John Holland Group / CCCC held the role 'Connection to CPB Contractors' at CPB Contractors, which matches contractor CPB Contractors. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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John Holland Group / CCCC
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Auto-detected career-contractor overlap |
| Alleged | undeclared_interest |
John Holland Group / CCCC matches donor 'John Holland Group — CUMULATIVE TOTAL (pre-CCCC)' ($190031.00 to Australian Labor Party (all branches))
Associate John Holland Group / CCCC name-matches political donor 'John Holland Group — CUMULATIVE TOTAL (pre-CCCC)' who donated $190031.00 to Australian Labor Party (all branches) (2000-2010). This associate is connected to Aaron Violi.
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John Holland Group / CCCC
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| Alleged | Grant |
John Holland Group / CCCC's org CPB Contractors is a grant recipient
Associate John Holland Group / CCCC has career ties to CPB Contractors, which matches grant recipient 'CPB CONTRACTORS PTY LIMITED'. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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John Holland Group / CCCC
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Auto-detected grant recipient match |
| Alleged | Grant |
Ben Davis's org GHD is a grant recipient
Associate Ben Davis has career ties to GHD, which matches grant recipient 'GHD (FIJI) PTE LTD'. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Ben Davis
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Auto-detected grant recipient match |
| Alleged | Grant |
Linda Hurley's org GHD is a grant recipient
Associate Linda Hurley has career ties to GHD, which matches grant recipient 'GHD (FIJI) PTE LTD'. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Linda Hurley
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Auto-detected grant recipient match |
| Alleged | Grant |
Pat Dodson's org Australian Government is a grant recipient
Associate Pat Dodson has career ties to Australian Government, which matches grant recipient 'Australian Government Actuary Commonwealth of Australia'. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Pat Dodson
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Auto-detected grant recipient match |
| Alleged | Grant |
Yorick Piper's org Victorian Government is a grant recipient
Associate Yorick Piper has career ties to Victorian Government, which matches grant recipient 'Victorian Government Department of Families, Fairness and Housing'. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Yorick Piper
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Auto-detected grant recipient match |
| Alleged | Revolving Door |
Appointed during Anthony Albanese's tenure
Aaron Violi was appointed to 'Shadow Minister for Digital Economy, Science/Technology/Innovation, Cyber Security' (starting 2026-02-01) while Anthony Albanese served as 'Prime Minister of Australia' (2022-05-23 – present). Potential patronage — requires investigation.
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| Alleged | Revolving Door |
Appointed during Scott Morrison's tenure
Aaron Violi was appointed to 'Member for Casey' (starting 2022-05-21) while Scott Morrison served as 'Prime Minister of Australia' (2018-08-24 – 2022-05-23). Potential patronage — requires investigation.
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| Alleged | Grant |
Brian Houston's org Andrew Evans is a grant recipient
Associate Brian Houston has career ties to Andrew Evans, which matches grant recipient 'ANDREW EVANS'. Connected to Aaron Violi.
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Brian Houston
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| Alleged | Other |
Electorate covers Operation Sandon territory — Casey Council developer influence
Aaron Violi represents the federal electorate of Casey, the same region investigated by IBAC in Operation Sandon (2019-2023). The investigation exposed developer John Woodman's systematic influence over Casey Council via $470,000+ in donations to both Labor and Liberal parties, with …
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Evidence & Sources
- AEC Transparency Register ↗
- APH Hansard ↗
- APH Register of Members' Interests ↗
- APH profile ↗
- APH records, media reporting ↗
- Campaign commitment ↗
- Eastern Melburnian, Ranges Trader Star Mail ↗
- Email: 'Big news for your next fill-up' ↗
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- IBAC Operation Sandon final report ↗
- InnovationAus ↗
- Mount Evelyn Star Mail ↗
- Ranges Trader Star Mail ↗
- Remuneration Tribunal ↗
- The Nightly ↗
- TheyVoteForYou.org.au ↗
- TheyVoteForYou.org.au ↗
- TheyVoteForYou.org.au, Lilydale Star Mail ↗
- aaronvioli.com.au ↗
- aaronvioli.com.au, GrantConnect, AEC results ↗
- aaronvioli.com.au, Hansard ↗
- aaronvioli.com.au, Lilydale Star Mail ↗
- aaronvioli.com.au, Minister Fletcher media release ↗
Notes
Member for Casey since 2022 federal election, winning with 1.5% margin. Improved to 52.9% TPP at 2025 election (+4% primary swing — one of only two Liberals nationally to achieve this). Born 6 August 1984 in Canberra. Third-generation Casey resident — grandparents Antonino and Grazia Violi emigrated from Italy to Silvan in 1953. Attended Yarra Glen Primary School and Mount Lilydale Mercy College. MBA (Deakin University), BA Honours (La Trobe University). Pre-politics career: Yarra Valley Snack Foods (sales team lead, 2007-2014), Mars Australia (post-2014), Ritual social food ordering startup (Head of Partnerships Asia Pacific, 2019). Brief role as political adviser to Victorian Liberal Senator James Paterson. Liberal National Right faction. Perfect party-line voter — never voted against party majority since entering Parliament. Electorate of Casey covers 2,466 sq km with ~113,307 enrolled electors. Includes Mount Evelyn, Lilydale, Chirnside Park, Wonga Park, Kilsyth, Mooroolbark, Yarra Valley, and Dandenong Ranges. Electorate office: 110-112 Main Street, Lilydale VIC 3140 (two-storey refurbished building on the main street). Youngest Opposition Whip appointed in over 50 years (June 2025). 3 shadow portfolios but limited concrete policy proposals to date. Most claimed 'achievements' are advocacy/letters rather than legislation. Casey electorate historically linked to Operation Sandon — IBAC investigation into developer John Woodman's influence at Casey Council via $470K+ in split donations to both Labor and Liberal parties.