A key figure behind a Labor Party friends-of-Israel group is also a lobbyist for the Australian subsidiary of one of Israel’s largest arms manufacturers.
Mary Easson has also played an active role in the emotive debate within the Labor Party over its policy towards Israel.
Ms Easson is one of five members of the NSW branch of the Australia Israel Labor Dialogue. At the same time, she is a lobbyist for Elbit, according to her latest listing on the federal registrar.
The fact that Ms Easson’s company, Probity International Pty Ltd, is lobbying for Elbit is almost certain to lead to anger within the ALP from those who have taken trips organised by the AILD.
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Hansard extract with Michael Danby addressing the parliament.