House debates
Monday, 14 July 2014
- Education (1 speech)
Is there any election promise that this government will not break? On 26 August 2012 Christopher Pyne said in a media release: The coalition has no plans to increase university fees. Then, on 1... - Mining (1 speech)
I rise today to discuss the important measures the coalition government is putting in place to assist the mining, exploration and resources industries get back on track. I am proud that... - Asylum Seekers (1 speech)
Before September 2001, I had not given much thought to Australia's policies in relation to asylum seekers or the politics of this question. I suspect I am not alone. Since then, it has been very... - Ramingining (1 speech)
I have committed to spending, since 1994—20 years ago—two weeks of my working year in remote Australia. I am pleased to have had the privilege to spend a week in the Arnhem community... - Medicare (1 speech)
For over 30 years we have had universal health care, the core of which is every Australian's capacity to see a GP and have x-rays, blood tests and imaging without the need for cash on the day. It... - Economy (1 speech)
I rise to inform the House that Australia must act urgently to address the economic issues we currently face. It appears that some people are either asleep or in denial on this issue. I am...
