All of us in the Labor family are in shock tonight at the sudden death of our friend and colleague, Senator Kimberley Kitching.

We have lost one of our own, far too young.

Kimberley gave so much.

She had so very much ahead of her. 

Kimberley was passionate about the cause of Labor and had focussed her Senate contribution on international affairs and national security. 

She was determined to make an ongoing contribution in the Australian national interest.

Kimberley had such a larger-than-life personality that it is tragic that her bright light has gone out far too early.

Our thoughts now are now with her family and all who loved her, especially her husband Andrew. 
 
She will be deeply missed by us all.

Vale.