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Senator Matthew Canavan - 46th Parliament

Senator Matthew Canavan - 46th Parliament

Senator for Queensland

The Nationals

Total Interests: 43

Latest alteration: Gifts - 27/04/22

Source: Statement of Registrable Interests - this contains interests declared as at 29/07/19 and alterations since then.  

This statement contains interests declared as being held on 29/07/19 and any alterations since then, including new interests and amendments and deletions to existing interests. The date of an alteration is when it was declared to the register, not when the change occurred.

Unfortunately, due to Senate restrictions the interests of senators' spouses/partners and dependent children are not publicly disclosable.

Open Politics has amended the wording and formatting of some MPs' and Senators' declared interests to improve readability or to correct mistakes. To notify Open Politics of an error or omission, contact us.

1. Shareholdings

Shareholdings - 3 records

Shareholdings in public and private companies, including any holding or subsidiary companies

DateRepPersonName of company
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

2. Family and business trusts

Family and business trusts - 3 records

Family and business trusts and nominee companies

i. in which a beneficial interest is held

DateRepPersonName of trust/nominee companyNature of its operationBeneficial interest
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

2. Family and business trusts

Family and business trusts - 3 records

ii. in which someone is a trustee

DateRepPersonName of trust/nominee companyNature of its operationBeneficial interest
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

3. Real Estate

Real Estate - 5 records

Real estate, including the location (suburb or area only) and the purpose for which it is owned

DateRepPersonLocationPurpose
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfYeppoon, QLD Principal place of residence
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfMacquarie, ACT Residence
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

4. Directorships

Directorships - 3 records

Registered directorships of companies

DateRepPersonName of companyActivities of company
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

5. Partnerships

Partnerships - 3 records

Partnerships, including the nature of the interests and activities of the partnership

DateRepPersonNameNature of interestsActivities
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

6. Liabilities

Liabilities - 6 records

Liabilities, including the nature of the liability and the name of the creditor

DateRepPersonLiabilityCreditor
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfMortgage on principal place of residence Commonwealth Bank
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfMortgage on residence Commonwealth Bank
04/11/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfLoan for renovations at private residence, Yeppoon QldCommonwealth Bank
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfMortgage on investment property↳ Deleted from register 17/02/20Commonwealth Bank

7. Bonds

Bonds - 3 records

Bonds, debentures and like investments

DateRepPersonType of investmentBody in which investment is held
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

8. Savings or investment accounts

Savings - 5 records

Savings or investment accounts, including the nature of the account and the name of the bank or financial institution

DateRepPersonName of bank/institution
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent children
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partner
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfING
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfHSBC
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfCommonwealth Bank

9. Other assets

Other assets - 8 records

The nature of any other assets (excluding household and personal effects) each valued at over $7,500

DateRepPersonNature of any other assets
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfSmartMonday PRIME TESF
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfAustralian Super
30/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfAustralian Super
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfThe Executive Superannuation Fund↳ Deleted from register 17/02/20
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfUniSuper
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfPublic Sector Superannuation Scheme

10. Other income

Other income - 3 records

The nature of any other substantial sources of income (excluding official salary)

DateRepPersonNature of income
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfRental income from investment property↳ Deleted from register 17/02/20

11. Gifts

Gifts - 18 records

Gifts of more than $750 from official sources (e.g. a foreign or domestic government, or officeholder in a government) or at more than $300 from non-official sources. Gifts from family or friends do not need to be declared unless a member or senator judges that it could create an appearance of a conflict of interest.

DateRepPersonDetails of gifts
27/04/2022Canavan, MatthewSelfDonation of embroidery on nine (9) shirts valued at $172.50 by Southern Cross Brands
28/03/2022Canavan, MatthewSelfMr Enoch Ren provided three (3) gifts packs of assorted tea - these packs have been donated to local community organisations to assist with fundraising efforts
21/02/2022Canavan, MatthewSelfRoyal Duke Holdings provided two (2) bottles of 2016 Vosne-Romanee Mongeardmugneret wine - both bottles of wine have been donated to local community organisations to support fundraising efforts
17/09/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfComplimentary subscription to Eikon [Financial analysis and trading software]
24/07/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfSecure livelihoods for 1000's of Aussie coal miners and their families: priceless
24/07/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfplinth and plaque: $30
24/07/2021Canavan, MatthewSelf100 grams of coal: approximately 1 cent
24/07/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfCommemorative plaque - mounted piece of the first coal extracted from Carmichael Mine - presented by Bravus Mining & Resources
17/05/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfDonation of embroidery on four (4) shirts valued at $80.90 by Southern Cross Brands
17/11/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfDonation of embroidery on seven (7) shirts valued at $156.50 by Southern Cross Brands
21/04/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfHancock Agriculture provided a meat pack valued at $228 which was dontated to St Brendans College for their ''Eddies Van'' - a weekly service providing meals to vulnerable people
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfKansai Power supplied a 720ml bottle of Extra Premium Japanese Rice Wine (Sake)
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfQantas supplied a 750ml bottle of Piper Heidsieck Rare Millesime 2002 Champagne
20/09/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfAustralian Subscription Television and Radio Association (ASTRA) complimentary annual Foxtel subscription valued at $1600 pa
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfGilbert & Tobin Lawyers supplied a 700ml Bottle of Gin
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

12. Travel or hospitality

Travel or hospitality - 12 records

Sponsored travel or hospitality where the value exceeds $300

DateRepPersonDetails of travel/hospitality
24/06/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfTwo tickets for the Rockhampton Rockets/Cyclones vs Gold Coast Basketball match on Saturday 12 June 2021, were provided by Rockhampton Basketball Incorporated for seating in the Bravus Mining and Resources corporate box at the Rockhampton Basketball stadium.
20/05/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfComplimentary tickets to Beef Week 2021 functions: Monday 3 May 2021 - Celebrity Chef Lunch presented by NH Foods; Beef, Beer and Bubbles with Telstra; BBQ Event hosted by CQ University; Rabobank Beef Industry Awards presented by Queensland Country Life. Tuesday 4 May 2021 - JCU Beef Australia 2021 presented by Australian Rural Leadership Forum; Beef Week 2021 Welcome Reception; ANZ National Beef Carcase Competition Awards Dinner. Wednesday 5 May 2021 - McCullough Robertson Beef Week Breakfast; Shanahan Swaffield Partners Beef Week Networking Function; Qld Beef Corridors Campaign Launch & Formal Dinner hosted by Central Highlands Development Corporation Thursday 6 May 2021 - Beef Week Breakfast hosted by Rural Press Club. Friday 7 May 2021 - Celebrity Chef lunch presented by Signature Beef.
12/01/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfRetail Guild of Australia Inc donated alcohol and softdrinks for the Seafood Night hosted by the Nationals Senate Team in Parliament House on 8/12/2020
27/08/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfTwelve (12) nights accommodation in Darwin NT provided by Mr Ray Bail
27/08/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfOne (1) nights accommodation and meals at Newcastle Waters NT provided by Consolidated Pastoral Company
20/03/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfTwo tickets (Sponsors Grandstand) to Rocky Rumble 20 on 29.2.2020 were supplied by Hampton Villa Motel.
07/01/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfA variety of seafood and alcohol was supplied by the following companies for the Annual Nationals Seafood BBQ luncheon held at Parliament House, Canberra on 3 December 2019. Seafood supplied by Koorana Crocodile Farm, the Australian Ocean King Prawn Company, Urangan Fisheries, Austral Fisheries, and the Sydney Fish Market.
15/08/2019Canavan, MatthewSelf26/7/19 - complimentary upgrade from economy to business class airfare on Qantas flight from Canberra to Brisbane
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelf26 July 2019 - 6.15am to 7.55am QF1562 Canberra to Brisbane flight, Airline Ref: PDSD3B, upgraded from economy to business
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

13. Office holder or donor

Office holder or donor - 4 records

Being an office holder of or financial contributor donating $300 or more in any single calendar year to any organisation

DateRepPersonName of organisation
22/05/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfParliamentary representative on the Page Research Centre Board, effective 7 May 2020
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

14. Other Interests

Other Interests - 9 records

Any other interests where a conflict of interest with a member's or senator's public duties could foreseeably arise or be seen to arise

DateRepPersonNature of interests
17/05/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfMembership of Cherish Life Queensland renewed for 2021
02/03/2021Canavan, MatthewSelfMember of the GKI Progress Association
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfMember of Cherish Life (Qld)
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfMember of Institute of Public Affairs (IPA)
17/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfMember of Liberal National Party (LNP) Queensland
06/02/2020Canavan, MatthewSelfI have held a ‘Super Star’ supporter membership of the North Queensland Cowboys (rugby league team based in Townsville, Qld) since 2017. This level of membership is specifically designed for regional and interstate supporters. I have paid full fees applicable for this level of membership as follows: 2017 - $39; 2018 - $45; 2019 - $49; 2020 - $55.↳ Membership expired and not renewed effective 12/11/2020. Deleted from register 17/11/20
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewDependent childrenRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSpouse/partnerRestricted information
29/07/2019Canavan, MatthewSelfNIL

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