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A quarter of children are above the healthy weight range, and obesity is a leading cause of chronic disease costing at an estimated $12 billion a year in Australia. We need legislation because it is clear that industry self-regulation has failed. For too long, Australia has given those that profit from unhealthy foods the ability to set their own rules and influence government policy.

Following a successful re-election, James Griffin MP gives an update on his plans to ensure the seat of Manly receives a fair go from the Labor government.