History of Jodie Harrison in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: January 16, 2025

Jodie Elizabeth Harrison is an Australian politician representing the Charlestown Electorate in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly for the Labor Party. She was elected during a by-election on October 25, 2014. Before entering politics, Harrison worked as a registered nurse and midwife. She also held positions with the NSW Nurses and Midwives' Association, serving as a union delegate and on the Association's Branch Council. In parliament, she has served on various committees, including the Public Accounts Committee and the Committee on the Ombudsman, the Casino, Liquor and Racing. Her political career has focused primarily on health and community issues within her electorate.

1968: Birth of Jodie Harrison

Jodie Elizabeth Harrison was born in 1968.

1973: Birth of Todd Harrison

In 1973, Jodie Harrison's brother, Todd Harrison, was born.

1993: Jodie Harrison's career at Newcastle City Council begins

Jodie Harrison began working at Newcastle City Council in 1993 in various roles related to organizational change management, performance, and governance.

2007: Jodie Harrison starts working for the United Services Union

In 2007, Jodie Harrison became a Recruitment Officer at the United Services Union (USU) and also served as the USU's Women's Committee Coordinator.

2007: Jodie Harrison ends her work at Newcastle City Council

In 2007, Jodie Harrison ended her employment at Newcastle City Council after working there for 14 years.

2008: Jodie Harrison elected as Councillor for North Ward

In 2008, Jodie Harrison was elected as a Councillor for North Ward on Lake Macquarie City Council.

2011: Jodie Harrison leaves her job at the United Services Union

In 2011, Jodie Harrison left her position at the United Services Union.

2011: Jodie Harrison joins United Voice

In 2011-2012, Jodie Harrison worked for United Voice, advocating for better working conditions and wages for early childhood educators and care sector workers.

2012: Jodie Harrison elected as Mayor of Lake Macquarie

In 2012, Jodie Harrison was elected as the first female Mayor of Lake Macquarie.

October 2014: Elected to the New South Wales Legislative Assembly

In October 2014, Jodie Harrison was elected to the New South Wales Legislative Assembly, representing the Charlestown Electorate for the Labor Party. This marked the beginning of her career as a state parliamentarian.

April 2015: Appointed to Shadow Ministry

Following the 2015 NSW state election, Jodie Harrison was appointed to Luke Foley's shadow ministry in April 2015. Her roles included Shadow Minister for the Hunter, Women, Early Childhood Education and Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault.

January 2016: Resigns from Shadow Cabinet

Jodie Harrison resigned from the Shadow Cabinet in January 2016, citing family reasons.

September 2016: Jodie Harrison steps down as Mayor of Lake Macquarie

Jodie Harrison concluded her term as Mayor of Lake Macquarie in September 2016 and did not seek re-election.

2019: Returns to Opposition front bench

Following the 2019 NSW election, Jodie Harrison returned to the Opposition front bench as Shadow Minister for Early Childhood Learning.

2021: Appointed Shadow Minister for Seniors, Women and the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

After Chris Minns became leader of the NSW Labor Party in 2021, Jodie Harrison was appointed Shadow Minister for Seniors, Women and the Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault.

April 2023: Appointed Minister for Women, Seniors and Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

In April 2023, Jodie Harrison was appointed Minister for Women, Minister for Seniors and Minister for Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault in the Minns ministry.