House debates
Wednesday, 22 October 2008
- Petition: Rent Assistance (1 speech)
I rise to present a petition on behalf of one of my constituents, Maureen Ralston. The petition has been considered by the Standing Committee on Petitions and is certified as being in accordance... - Throsby Electorate: Barnardos (1 speech)
The wonderful organisation Barnardos operates the only after school and vacation care program for 25 children in the suburb of Warrawong in my electorate. That area is classified as highly... - French Island (1 speech)
This weekend I have the honour of going to French Island to attend the annual general meeting of the French Island Community Association. I have the role of election monitor for the election of... - Children: Wellbeing (1 speech)
In any given week in this building there are numerous presentations and events that are designed to focus the attention of all members. I have to say that one of the most arresting events I have... - Macarthur Electorate: Badgerys Creek Airport (1 speech)
Today I want to speak about a vision, a vision I have had for a number of years and since I have come into this place. People in Western Sydney, in particular at Badgerys Creek, are inhibited... - Gellibrand Electorate: Youth (1 speech)
I want to take this opportunity in the Main Committee to talk about something I have been doing in my electorate for the last 10 years. It is interesting that the Minister for Youth and Minister... - Gippsland Electorate: Infrastructure (1 speech)
I rise to highlight the need for increased investment in regional infrastructure to assist economic development and help withstand the job losses that are predicted to flow from the global... - Adelaide Electorate: Catherine House (1 speech)
I rise today to speak about Catherine House, an organisation located in my electorate and providing accommodation and, in turn, comfort and support for women in crisis in South Australia. It is... - Boothby Electorate: Medical Workforce (2 speeches)
I want to speak about the shortage of doctors in the electorate of Boothby. First of all I would like to say that my wife and I were very happy to go to the Pink Ribbon Ball on Saturday, 11... - Werriwa Electorate: Carers Week (2 speeches)
This week is Carers Week, and it is time to recognise the vital role our carers play in our community and to acknowledge the enormous personal and financial sacrifices carers make. Carers provide...
