After 16 years serving South Australia in the Legislative Council, Jing Lee reflects on the close of her parliamentary chapter. In this heartfelt farewell, she acknowledges the 2026 election, thanks supporters and collaborators, reflects on her independent campaign journey, and expresses deep pride in serving the community, democracy, and multicultural South Australia.

With early voting now open and polling day less than a week away, now more than ever I need your support. I believe South Australians need a representative in Parliament with the experience, dedication, and work ethic to hold Government to account. Having served continuously in the portfolio of multicultural affairs for 16 years, I understand what matters to South Australia’s multicultural communities. I will always ensure the voices of our diverse state are heard and rep

For more than 16 years in Parliament, I have consistently advocated for the small and medium‑sized businesses that keep South Australia working. Payroll tax is, at its core, a tax on jobs. It penalises employers for hiring and investing in their people, and it places growing pressure on the very businesses that are the backbone of our state’s economy. In my speech on 18 June 2025, I called on the State Government to urgently review South Australia’s payroll tax framework and

Transcript and video of the speech relating to Skilled Migration by Hon. Jing Lee MLC to the Legislative Council of the Parliament of South Australia on 14th May 2025