Amy MacMahon

Amy MacMahon (born 7 June 1986) is an Australian politician and sociologist. She was a member of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland representing South Brisbane for the Queensland Greens. She has a PhD in sociology and worked as a teacher and lecturer before entering politics.

At the 2020 state election, MacMahon won the seat of South Brisbane from Labor's Jackie Trad, becoming the second Greens member in parliament alongside Michael Berkman.

Early life and career MacMahon went to Brisbane State High School. In 2011, MacMahon spent 12 months in Bangladesh completing some community work. She holds a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Science, as well as a Doctorate of Philosophy from the University of Queensland. The thesis for her PhD investigated climate change adaptation in Bangladesh.

MacMahon worked as an English teacher, and a sociology lecturer at the University of Queensland. She also worked with Ipswich City Council on community engagement.

Political career

MacMahon contested against Labor's deputy premier Jackie Trad in South Brisbane during the 2017 Queensland state election, achieving 34.4 per cent of primary votes and 46.4 per cent after preferences. She became the second Greens member currently in the state parliament, with Michael Berkman in the seat of Maiwar. MacMahon argued that 20% was too low, that there was inadequate infrastructure in the area, the process was "extremely undemocratic" and that developers would profit.

Electoral history + Queensland Legislative Assembly Election year Electorate Party Votes FP% +/- 2PP% +/- Result 2017 South Brisbane GRN 9,549 34.40 11.70 46.50 46.50 2020 South Brisbane GRN 12,631 37.89 3.54 55.35 8.90 2024 South Brisbane GRN 12,146 34.71 3.19 43.95 11.40

Personal life MacMahon lives in Kangaroo Point.