Caitlin Collins MLA

Caitlin Collins MLA was elected to the 41st Parliament of Western Australia, as the Member for Hillarys in March 2021. She was sworn in as the 100th women elected to the Western Australian Legislative Assembly. Prior to her election to Parliament, Caitlin spent time overseas and has taught extensively in India, Colombia and Vietnam and completed a Parliamentary internship in Ireland. These experiences have shown her the power of education and the importance of democracy. Upon returning to Western Australia, Caitlin taught history and politics at local high schools. She lives in Padbury with her partner Jack and their dog Lenny. You may have seen them at the local dog park or at a local coffee shop. Since being elected to Parliament, Caitlin has been an active member who is working hard to deliver for our local community. She has served as a Member of the Education and Health Standing Committee, as an Acting Speaker of the Legislative Assembly and is now the Secretary of the State Parliamentary Labor Party. Additionally, she is also the co-convenor of the Parliamentary Friends of Technology and Innovation.