Favourite movie: There are dozens of them. Favourite Australian movie is Muriel’s Wedding

Favourite song: Zebra, by the John Butler Trio. I love a good riff and I love a good offbeat, and this song has both

Favourite holiday destination: Snowy Mountains

Favourite historical figure: Plato, because of his political theories: “One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors”.

Hobbies: Swimming, running, cycling, listening to music, reading

Funniest moment on the campaign trail: The team finds endless amusement in my ability to forget things: iPads, phones, wallets …

In Goulburn, where to dine out? Used to be Greengrocers. I go to the Paragon with my family quite often and love it

In Goulburn, where to grab a coffee? Used to be Greengrocers. Roses, Park Cafe, Coffee Guru

In Goulburn, where to relax? On my bike; at home