House debates
Tuesday, 12 September 2017
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Statements by Members (0 speeches)
- Marriage (1 speech)
Earlier today, the Leader of the Opposition and I met with a group of very special people. We met with Eddie Blewett and his mums—Claire and Neroli—from Tathra in New South Wales and...
- Forrest Electorate: Headspace Bunbury (1 speech)
If you're a young person between the ages of 12 and 25 and you're going through a tough time for any reason, headspace in Bunbury is providing services for you to treat your head right. The...
- Energy (1 speech)
After five years of failure from the Liberals, Australia is now in the middle of a major energy crisis. People in my electorate of Wills has seen their electricity bills go up on average to $721...
- Groom Electorate: Pittsworth State High School (1 speech)
Last Saturday, I drove my 40-year-old Ford LTD out to Pittsworth—and I can assure you she'll go forever!—for the Pittsworth State High School Jubilee to celebrate their 50 years. What...
- Energy (1 speech)
This government lurches from crisis to crisis. It has a problem when it comes to energy. You can't hide it, and you can't spin it. You can't blame everybody except yourself. The Abbott-Turnbull...
- Tangney Electorate: Schools (1 speech)
Over the last couple of weeks, I've been visiting local high schools in Tangney to meet with some of my electorate's brightest students in year 11 and 12 politics and law classes. It's been...
- Energy (3 speeches)
This Prime Minister needs to grow up. We need a leader in this country on energy. We do not need somebody who resorts to name-calling—and I have to say pretty pathetic name-calling at that,...
- Buderim Foundation (1 speech)
I'm concerned that in recent decades we've seen a gradual erosion of civil society, at a time when community has become, unfortunately, increasingly reliant on government. We know that, post GFC,...
- Centrelink (1 speech)
In response to my question yesterday about the difficulties with Centrelink services, the minister refused to acknowledge a problem and instead spouted a list of innovations—making...
- Energy (4 speeches)
I want to put on the record my support for the resolution to reject the Finkel-proposed clean energy target of 42 per cent of renewable energy by 2030, passed by the Nationals' federal conference...
- Agriculture (1 speech)
I rise today to note the incredible contribution agriculture is making to the economy across the nation and in my large electorate of Durack. We have recently seen the updated national...
- Energy (2 speeches)
We have had five years with the Liberals in office and five years of soaring power prices. We have had five years with this government in office and five years of Australians footing higher bills...
- Barker Electorate: Foodbank South Australia Limestone Coast Food Hub (1 speech)
I rise to speak about the Limestone Coast Foodbank in the south-east of my electorate of Barker. Foodbank is an exceptional organisation. Its core is simple: to feed those in need by...
- Energy (3 speeches)
As hardworking Australians and those who are retired watch the debate on energy in this place, they will be remembering one thing more than any other—that is, the member for Warringah's...
- Local Sporting Champions Program (1 speech)
I rise to bring to the attention of the House the amazing opportunities for young Australian kids through the federal government's Local Sporting Champions program. Local Coomera student Sophie...
- Energy (3 speeches)
We are in the fifth year of this government, and we are in the fifth year of an energy policy fiasco. What have we seen? They promised a $550 cut to power prices. Instead, they've jacked it up by...
- Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
- Energy (17 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. This government is now in its fifth year in office, and the state Liberal government of New South Wales has been in office that entire time. Can the Prime...
- Distinguished Visitors (0 speeches)
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I inform the House that we have present in the gallery this afternoon a delegation from the parliament of Egypt, led by Her Excellency Nabila Makram. On behalf of the House, I extend a very warm...
- Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
- Energy (10 speeches)
My question is to the Treasurer. Will the Treasurer inform the House of how the government is working to deliver more affordable and reliable energy to all Australian businesses and households,...
- Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (4 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for the Environment. Mission Beach is a jewel in the crown: jungle, waterfalls, 14-kay beach, Harold Holt's refuge from cold Victoria and home to actress Diane...
- Energy (26 speeches)
My question is also to the Minister for the Environment and Energy. Will the minister please update the House on action the government is taking to ensure there is enough baseload power to...
- Regional Development (6 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, representing the Minister for Regional Development. Will the minister update the House on action the government is taking to...
- Distinguished Visitors (0 speeches)
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I inform the House that we have present in the gallery this afternoon a Political Exchange Council delegation from the United States of America. On behalf of the House, a warm welcome to you....
- Questions without Notice (0 speeches)
- Canavan, Senator Matthew (2 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. On 24 July, Senator Canavan made a legal instrument which notified the government's intention to pull the trigger on gas export controls even though he was...
- Agriculture Industry (3 speeches)
My question is to the Deputy Prime Minister, Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources and Minister for Resources and Northern Australia. Will the Deputy Prime Minister outline to the House...
- Energy (4 speeches)
My question is again to the Prime Minister. Yesterday the Attorney-General claimed the government had already triggered gas export controls, saying in the Senate, 'We have restricted gas...
- North Korea (3 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Foreign Affairs. Can the minister update the House on how the government, as part of international efforts, is stepping up pressure on North Korea?
- Energy (4 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. Yesterday, the Attorney-General blamed Labor for not supporting gas reservation earlier. So why did the minister for energy attack Labor's gas reservation...
- Citizenship (4 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Immigration and Border Protection. Will the minister update the House on steps the government is taking to strengthen the requirements for Australian...
- Energy (7 speeches)
My question is to the Prime Minister. How can the government expect industry to decide on new generators if the government can't even decide on a clean energy target?
- Superannuation (6 speeches)
My question is to the Minister for Revenue and Financial Services. Will the minister update the House on action the government is taking to ensure that the interests of hardworking Australians...
- Questions to the Speaker (0 speeches)
- Questions in Writing (2 speeches)
In accordance with standing order 105(b), I ask that you write to the Minister for Veterans' Affairs seeking reasons for the delay in answering questions in writing. The relevant questions appear...
- Matters of Public Importance (0 speeches)
- Higher Education (12 speeches)
I have received a letter from the honourable member for Sydney, the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, proposing that a definite matter of public importance be submitted to the House for...
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Committees (0 speeches)
- Bills (0 speeches)
- Adjournment (0 speeches)
- South-West Sydney (1 speech)
Australia has always been known for its egalitarian society, something that goes back to the decision of Captain Arthur Phillip to distribute food equally amongst the convicts, the soldiers and...
- Calare Electorate: Rugby League (1 speech)
The Calare electorate is alive with football finals fever. On Sunday, huge numbers of Rugby League fans walked through the gates at Wade Park in Orange for the Group 10 grand finals. Kicking off...
- Small Amount Credit Contracts (1 speech)
The payday lending industry in Australia is causing significant harm to Australians on low incomes. A typical payday loan can have a 20 per cent establishment fee plus a four per cent monthly...
- Moore Electorate: ReFood (1 speech)
Edith Cowan University in my electorate is addressing the environmental issue of food wastage in our society, through an innovative program called ReFood: the Food Sharing Network. The program...
- Automotive Industry (1 speech)
We cannot forget in this place the vision of Australia's Treasurer Joe Hockey, in a moment of hubris and spite, daring Holden to leave Australia. This government petulantly sent a message,...
- Domestic and Family Violence (1 speech)
I rise to provide an update on the parliamentary inquiry into a better family law system to support and protect those affected by family violence. I am chairing this bipartisan inquiry by the...
- Statements by Members (0 speeches)
- Richmond Electorate: Stronger Communities Program (1 speech)
I'd like to mention today some of the wonderful projects being undertaken by locals in my electorate of Richmond. It was with great pride that I officially opened the Tyalgum youth precinct on...
- Lifeline (1 speech)
September is the time of year when Australians place a greater focus on suicide prevention. I regard suicide prevention as one of the key issues that I want to work on during my time in this...
- Project Sea Dragon (1 speech)
Earlier this month the Northern Territory government reached a key project agreement with Seafarms to develop one of the world's largest aquaculture projects. Project Sea Dragon is a $1.45...
- Grey Electorate: Roads (1 speech)
I was extremely disappointed last week with the unilateral declaration of the South Australian government to cut speed limits on eight roads throughout regional South Australia—council...
- Community Development Grants (1 speech)
When you look past the empty promises and buzzwords of the failing Liberal government's election campaign, there are some dodgy numbers to be found. Somewhere not far under the surface a fair go...
- Bayside Christian College, Mornington Bowling Club Inc. (1 speech)
Recently, on Saturday, 2 September, I had the pleasure of attending two noteworthy anniversaries in my electorate of Dunkley. Firstly, the Bayside Christian College community in Langwarrin South...
- Water Safety (1 speech)
Today Royal Life Saving Australia once again launched its National drowning report and unfortunately, again, it makes for sober reading. This year 291 people drowned on Australia's waterways....
- Gilmore Electorate: Shoalhaven Youth Volunteering Initiative (1 speech)
In Gilmore we have a unique federally funded training opportunity for our young people. It's been happening for many years, and I'm hoping it continues for many years to come. This Shoalhaven...
- Scullin Electorate: Asylum Seekers (1 speech)
'I feel like a spectator in my own life'—a young woman said this to me and to a room full of strangers in Mill Park a couple of weeks ago. She's from Iran and living in Melbourne's north as...
- Deakin Electorate: Crime (2 speeches)
As I travel around the Deakin electorate one of the things that I'm hearing about more and more from local residents is the growing fear they have in their own community. Whether they are out and...
- Rockingham Rams Football Club (1 speech)
I rise today to speak again about an amazing group of people I've watched over the course of the year with a mixture of awe and pride. I've stood in this parliament and spoken about the great...
- Banks Electorate: Community Events, Bangladesh: Floods (1 speech)
Last Sunday, 9 September, I attended the presentation day of the Hurstville City Minotaurs at Kingsgrove RSL Club. Kingsgrove RSL has supported the Minotaurs for many years now, and it was great...
- Braddon Electorate: Marriage (1 speech)
I will be saying yes—yes for equality—in the upcoming marriage equality survey and I encourage Braddon electors to do the same. It is important to respect both sides of the debate,...
- Capricornia Electorate: Rockhampton Hospital (1 speech)
It is a great relief for the people of my electorate in Capricornia that the Rockhampton Hospital car park is underway. I promised at the 2016 election that we would put $7 million on the table...
- Darwin City Council (1 speech)
I rise to congratulate Mr Kon Vatskalis on his election as Lord Mayor of the wonderful city of Darwin. Kon migrated to Australia 34 years ago and pursued a career in environmental health before...
- Fadden Electorate: Coomera Regional Dredged Sediment Management Facility (1 speech)
It's great to report to the House that once again this government is continuing to work on behalf of the Gold Coast marine industry to ensure that industry grows, thrives and develops. A key part...
- Fitzgerald, Ms Sue (1 speech)
It is impossible to exaggerate how invaluable those who dedicate their lives to the care, education, growth and joy of our youngest children are to our community. My local community of Fairfield...
- Goldstein Electorate: Towards Home Program (1 speech)
Goldstein is a community built on responsibility and mutual respect. That's one of the reasons I'm so proud to represent it. It's a community that is founded on exactly the ideals we should...
- Shipping (1 speech)
I rise today to speak in support of Australian seafarers and a strong shipping fleet that supports our Australian seafarers, who do such great work. Our seafarers are some of the most...
- R U OK? Day (1 speech)
On Thursday 14 September we will commemorate R U OK? Day. This morning I filled in for the member for Berowra at the R U OK? Day breakfast, which saw many of our parliamentary colleagues and...
- Committees (0 speeches)
- Grievance Debate (0 speeches)
- Shortland Electorate: Television Reception, Shortland Electorate: Broadband (5 speeches)
Since I was elected to parliament four years ago, there has rarely been a week in my electorate office when we haven't received complaints about inadequate television reception. I have been...
- Banking and Financial Services (1 speech)
We work so hard in this place to make things better for our constituents. Sometimes this is a change in vaccination subsidy, like the shingles for free vaccine for 70 to 80-year-olds, or the...
- Cambodia (1 speech)
This evening, I'd like to speak about the dire human rights situation in Cambodia. There's been significant deterioration in Cambodia over recent weeks, culminating in the arrest of Kem Sokha,...
- Farrer Electorate: National Disability Insurance Scheme (1 speech)
I would like to speak this evening about the NDIS and its rollout in my electorate of Farrer. People with disability are now living more independent lives, engaging with their community, entering...
- Automotive Industry (1 speech)
In late October this government, after its four years in office, will reach a unique milestone for Australian governments: it will preside over, for the first time in our postwar history, a time...
- Cost of Living (2 speeches)
I want to talk about an issue that, without fail, tops the lists of concerns of my constituents. At my regular mobile offices, in my community surveys and when I'm out and about in the community,...
