House debates
Wednesday, 29 October 2014
- Rankin Electorate: Unity Council, John Paul College (1 speech)
In the great arguments and debates of this chamber, we too easily forget just how much we share in common as members, and as Australians; not least of which is the good fortune to be citizens of... - Dobell Electorate: Education Week (1 speech)
The year 2014 marked the 60th anniversary of the first Education Week held in New South Wales. The theme for 2014, 'lighting the way to a better world' was reprised from the inaugural Education... - Education Funding (1 speech)
We on this side of the House know that one of the most important, rewarding and smartest investments that any government can make is in our education sector and particularly to making sure that... - Australian Bureau of Statistics (1 speech)
I rise to paint a picture of climate change. A picture where Camden, just to the south-west of Sydney, is sweltering in 50-degree heat. Over in the west it is 51 degrees in the shade at... - Walungurru School, Northern Territory School Funding (1 speech)
Yesterday it was my privilege to host students and teachers from Walungurru School. Walungurru, or Kintore, is a small Aboriginal community with a population of about 400, which is located 550... - Leichhardt Electorate: Anglican Parish Hall (2 speeches)
This Saturday I am taking part in a very special event: the grand opening of the refurbished Anglican Parish Hall on Thursday Island. It has been a long process but one that I am very proud to...